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i loved you on purpose i was open on purpose i still crave…

“i loved you on purpose i was open on purpose i still crave vulnerability & close talk & i'm not even sorry bout you bein sorry you can carry all the guilt & grime ya wanna just dont give it to me i cant use another sorry next time you should admit you're mean/ low-down/ triflin/ & no count…” quote by Ntozake Shange
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““i loved you on purpose i was open on purpose i still crave vulnerability & close talk & i'm not even sorry bout you bein sorry you can carry all the guilt & grime ya wanna just dont give it to me i cant use another sorry next time you should admit you're mean/ low-down/ triflin/ & no count straight out steada bein sorry alla the time enjoy bein yrself””

Ntozake Shange

About This Quote

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

The speaker expresses a desire for honest intimacy, rejecting apologies and demanding genuine connection without guilt.

In simple terms: Seek authentic love without playing the victim.

Key Takeaway

Practice honest communication and set clear boundaries.

Themes

love vulnerability authenticity communication guilt relationships

Mood

raw intense reflective

Type

poetic emotional

When to use this quote

  • romantic relationships
  • friendships
  • therapy sessions

Key Concepts

intimacy emotional honesty self‑respect

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you balance vulnerability with self‑protection?
  • What boundaries are essential for healthy intimacy?
A Different Perspective

Some may interpret the tone as confrontational, limiting openness.

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