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“Self-care is not about self-indulgence , it is about self-preservati on.” quote by Audre Lorde
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“Self-care is not about self-indulgence , it is about self-preservati on.”

Audre Lorde

About This Quote

Source Essay: Sister Outsider, Audre Lorde, 1984

Self‑care is essential for survival, not indulgence; it preserves one’s health and capacity to resist oppression.

In simple terms: Self‑care preserves health and resistance.

Key Takeaway

Prioritize self‑care.

Themes

well‑being resistance identity

Mood

empowering reflective

Type

personal activist

When to use this quote

  • daily routines
  • community support
  • activist work

Key Concepts

self‑preservation activism mental health

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you balance self‑care with activism?
  • What self‑care practices sustain you?
A Different Perspective

Self‑care can be misinterpreted as selfishness.

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