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“our mother recalled it. But the nun’s language in these matters—matters of the body, of the flesh, what went on between women and men—” quote by Alice McDermott
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““our mother recalled it. But the nun’s language in these matters—matters of the body, of the flesh, what went on between women and men—””

Alice McDermott

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Lost Daughter by Alice McDermott, 2008

The excerpt highlights gendered taboos around bodily discussions, especially between women and men, revealing cultural silence.

In simple terms: Women’s bodily topics are often hushed.

Key Takeaway

Address taboo subjects openly.

Themes

gender body silence

Mood

thoughtful serious

Type

literary educational

When to use this quote

  • health education
  • relationship counseling
  • cultural critique
  • writing workshops

Key Concepts

taboo language gender dynamics intimacy

Questions to Reflect On

  • Why are bodily topics taboo?
  • How can we foster respectful dialogue?
A Different Perspective

Some may view openness as invasive.

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