Enemy Quote by Betty Friedan
“Men are not the enemy, but the fellow victims. The real enemy is women's denigration of themselves.”
About This Quote
States that men are not the problem; instead, women harm themselves through self‑denigration, making internalized sexism the true enemy.
In simple terms: Self‑denigration is the real enemy.
Key Takeaway
Combat internalized sexism.
Themes
gender
self‑esteem
social critique
Mood
critical
empowering
Type
social
psychological
When to use this quote
- education
- media
- self‑help groups
- activism
Key Concepts
feminist theory
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- How does self‑denigration manifest?
- What steps can reduce internalized sexism?
A Different Perspective
Changing deep‑seated beliefs is difficult.
