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Erika tako snažno stisne ruku uz tijelo da ruka druge…

“Erika tako snažno stisne ruku uz tijelo da ruka druge glazbenice ne može probiti zid koji stvaraju Erikina ruka i tijelo pa kolegica, obeshrabrena, odustaje. Za takvu osobu svi kažu da je izrazito zatvorena. Pa joj se nitko i ne približava. Zaobilaze je. Radije nešto odgode i pričekaju samo da s…” quote by Elfriede Jelinek
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““Erika tako snažno stisne ruku uz tijelo da ruka druge glazbenice ne može probiti zid koji stvaraju Erikina ruka i tijelo pa kolegica, obeshrabrena, odustaje. Za takvu osobu svi kažu da je izrazito zatvorena. Pa joj se nitko i ne približava. Zaobilaze je. Radije nešto odgode i pričekaju samo da s njom ne bi morali imati posla. Neki ljudi glasno na sebe skreću pozornost, ali ne i Erika. Neki pritom čak i mašu, ali ne i Erika. Ima takvih i onakvih. Neki skakuću na mjestu, jodlaju i viču. Ali ne i Erika. Jer oni znaju što žele. Ali ne i Erika.””

Elfriede Jelinek

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

The passage portrays Erika’s intense, isolating presence that intimidates others, leading to social avoidance and misunderstanding.

In simple terms: Erika’s strength isolates her from others.

Key Takeaway

Recognize how intensity can create distance.

Themes

isolation intimidation misunderstanding

Mood

reflective empathetic

Type

analytical observational

When to use this quote

  • workplace interactions
  • family gatherings
  • creative collaborations
  • social events

Key Concepts

social dynamics personal identity power relations

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can Erika’s strength be channeled positively?
  • What can others do to bridge the gap?
A Different Perspective

Not all intensity is negative; context determines impact.

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