Man seeks to escape himself in myth, and does so by any means at his disposal. Drugs, alcohol, or lies. Unable to withdraw into himself, he disguises himself. Lies and inaccuracy give him a few moments of comfort.
Jean CocteauDo as the beautiful woman: see to your figure and your petticoats. Though, of course, I am not speaking literally.
Jean CocteauThe reward of art is not fame or success but intoxication: that is why so many bad artists are unable to give it up.
Jean Cocteau