You have to be funny about it and honest about it. You can’t leave yourself out of that mix. You have to be honest enough to say, I’m that messed-up one in the family.

Meaning of the quote

To be honest about yourself, you need to be able to joke around and talk openly about the problems or issues you have, even if they're a bit messy. You can't just ignore or hide the fact that you're not perfect - you have to be brave enough to admit it. This helps you connect with others and make them feel less alone in their own struggles.

About Louie Anderson

Louie Anderson was an American stand-up comedian, actor, author, and game show host. He created the cartoon series Life with Louie and the television sitcom The Louie Show. Louie Anderson also hosted the game show Family Feud from 1999 to 2002 and won a Primetime Emmy Award for his performance on the FX comedy series Baskets.

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