Faith Quote by Beverly Butler
““Yet there must be something repulsive about her somewhere, something more repelling than just a pair of eyes that couldn't see, for she'd been told they were still outwardly blue and clear and large as new. Or maybe the flaw was in the other people, in the old mistrust of a person who wasn't exactly like them, or in the equally time-polished belief that, because a person wasn't physically perfect outside, she must be either superhuman or subhuman inside and shouldn't or couldn't be treated like other people.””
About This Quote
The passage critiques how superficial judgments and societal expectations force people to label those who deviate from physical norms as either extraordinary or defective, revealing deep-seated bias and alienation.
In simple terms: Bias against non‑conforming appearances.
Key Takeaway
Appearances shape unjust perceptions.
Themes
bias
conformity
identity
social judgment
othering
Mood
reflective
critical
empathetic
Type
observation
social critique
philosophical
When to use this quote
- evaluating a newcomer
- navigating workplace diversity
- addressing beauty standards
- discussing disability inclusion
- examining media representation
Key Concepts
perception
stereotype
self‑esteem
inclusion
Practical Applications
- diversity training
- inclusive policy design
Questions to Reflect On
- How do we challenge the instinct to label based on appearance?
- What structures reinforce these binary judgments?
