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I’ve given up men.” At that, he arched a brow. Be strong…

“I’ve given up men.” At that, he arched a brow. Be strong. Be confident. Be… Neytiri from Avatar. Okay, so Neytiri was a mythical creature, not to mention animated, but still. She was strong and confident, and that’s all that matters at the moment. “It’s true. At first, I was just going to give up…” quote by Jill Shalvis
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““I’ve given up men.” At that, he arched a brow. Be strong. Be confident. Be… Neytiri from Avatar. Okay, so Neytiri was a mythical creature, not to mention animated, but still. She was strong and confident, and that’s all that matters at the moment. “It’s true. At first, I was just going to give up attorneys, but that seemed immature—and far too exclusive, so I’m playing it safe and giving up all the penis-carrying humans.” Because that was so much more mature.””

Jill Shalvis

About This Quote

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

A character expresses frustration, choosing to reject all men as a mature, albeit extreme, stance.

In simple terms: She decides to give up men completely.

Key Takeaway

Consider the consequences before making sweeping decisions.

Themes

relationships gender maturity humor

Mood

wry ironic playful

Type

dialogue satirical

When to use this quote

  • dating
  • friendship
  • self‑reflection

Key Concepts

feminism satire personal boundaries

Questions to Reflect On

  • Is this a healthy coping mechanism?
  • How does satire affect perceptions of gender?
A Different Perspective

The humor may trivialize serious gender issues.

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