For woman's chief want is to feel that she is wanted…
“For woman's chief want is to feel that she is wanted. Therefore it is that with women, cruelty is more easily borne than coldness. Indeed, It is astonishing how much downright cruelty a woman will stand from the man she loves or has loved. What women admire is a subtle combination of forcefulness and gentleness. If a woman has to choose between forcefulness and gentleness, always she will sacrifice the latter.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Women value feeling wanted; cruelty is more tolerable than emotional coldness, and they often choose force over gentleness.
In simple terms: Women need to feel wanted; they prefer force to gentleness.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize emotional connection and gentle strength.
Themes
love
gender dynamics
emotional needs
Mood
empathetic
reflective
Type
advice
observational
When to use this quote
- marriage
- friendship
- workplace interactions
- parenting
Key Concepts
psychology
relationship dynamics
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you show you value someone?
- When is force justified over gentleness?
A Different Perspective
Coldness can erode trust even when cruelty is avoided.