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Men Rarely Quote by Alice Walker

“Susannah was glad that, on principle, she rarely listened to men. Rarely believed, really, a word they said. No matter how much she might love them.” quote by Alice Walker
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““Susannah was glad that, on principle, she rarely listened to men. Rarely believed, really, a word they said. No matter how much she might love them.””

Alice Walker

About This Quote

Source Short Story: The Color of Love, 1995

She prefers to trust her own judgment over men's words, even when love is involved.

In simple terms: She doubts men's words, even in love.

Key Takeaway

Value personal intuition over external opinions.

Themes

trust gender dynamics love independence

Mood

thoughtful empowering

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • romantic relationships
  • personal decision‑making
  • social expectations

Key Concepts

feminist theory psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you balance intuition with openness?
  • When is it wise to heed others' advice?
A Different Perspective

Blind trust can lead to isolation.

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