Being real Quote by Bret Easton Ellis
![“Do you know what Ed Gein said about women?" [...] "'When I see a pretty girl walking down the street I think two things. One part of me wants to take her out and talk to her and be real nice and sweet and treat her right.'" I stop finish my J&B in one swallow. "What does the other part of him…” quote by Bret Easton Ellis](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/ea0/bret-easton-ellis-1028_being-real_do-you-know-what-ed-gein-said-about-wome_2937560.jpg)
“Do you know what Ed Gein said about women?" [...] "'When I see a pretty girl walking down the street I think two things. One part of me wants to take her out and talk to her and be real nice and sweet and treat her right.'" I stop finish my J&B in one swallow. "What does the other part of him think?" Hamlin asks tentatively. "What her head would look like on a stick”
About This Quote
Source Novel: American Psycho, 1991
A man’s split thoughts reveal a disturbing mix of polite curiosity and violent fantasy, exposing hidden darkness.
In simple terms: A man thinks both kindly and violently about women, showing inner conflict.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and confront harmful fantasies.
Themes
psychology
violence
duality
gender
morality
Mood
disturbing
critical
Type
literary
psychological
When to use this quote
- reading analysis
- mental health awareness
- ethical discussions
Key Concepts
cognitive dissonance
objectification
masculinity
Questions to Reflect On
- How do we differentiate thought from action?
- What societal factors fuel such fantasies?
A Different Perspective
The quote may glorify a dangerous mindset.
