Around Quote by Aimee Mullins
“My varying pairs of legs can be quite practical or quite impractical, and I don't judge them either way. Some are for getting around a 12-hour day, pounding the pavement, and some are to feel like I can transform my own body into a workable, changing piece of art.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: TED Talk “The Power of Prosthetics”, 2015
She celebrates prosthetic limbs as both functional tools and artistic expressions, embracing all possibilities without judgment.
In simple terms: Prosthetics can be practical or artistic, and both are valid.
Key Takeaway
Embrace all forms of your body’s extensions.
Themes
disability
creativity
identity
technology
Mood
inspired
reflective
Type
motivational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- daily mobility
- sports
- fashion shows
- art installations
- personal empowerment
Key Concepts
prosthetics
body autonomy
design
self‑expression
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance function and aesthetics?
- What does “body art” mean to you?
A Different Perspective
Practical needs may limit artistic experimentation.
