There's a big difference between "not caring" or being "nihilistic" about a topic and simply not being enrolled by the drama presented by other people. Just because my characters choose not to react in standard, socially-appropriate ways - that does not mean they don't care. They just reject ordinary dramas.
Chuck PalahniukAt some point, your memories, your stories, your adventures, will be the only things you'll have left.
Chuck PalahniukHey, you created me! I didn't create some loser alter-ego to make myself feel better. Take some responsibility!
Chuck PalahniukIf you love something set it free, but don't be surprised if it comes back with herpes.
Chuck PalahniukAny time some well-meaning person forces you to demonstrate you have no talent and rubs your nose in the fact you're a failure at the only dream you ever had, take another drink.
Chuck PalahniukNobody wants to worship you if you have the same problems, the same bad breath and messy hair and hangnails, as a regular person. You have to be everything regular people arenโt. Where they fail, you have to go all the way. Be what people are too afraid to be. Become whom they admire. People shopping for a messiah want quality. Nobody is going to follow a loser. When it comes to choosing a savior, they won't settle for just a human being.
Chuck Palahniuk