Bigger Quote by David Levithan
“We could call you an ambisexual. A duosexual. A—” “Do I really have to find a word for it?” Kyle interrupts. “Can’t it just be what it is?” “Of course,” I say, even though in the bigger world I’m not so sure. The world loves stupid labels. I wish we got to choose our own. We pause for a moment. I wonder if that’s all—if he just needed to say the truth and have it heard. But then Kyle looks at me with unsure eyes and says, “You see, I don’t know who I’m supposed to be.” “Nobody does,” I assure him.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: Every Day, David Levithan, 2012
The passage explores the struggle with identity labels and the desire for self‑definition beyond societal categories.
In simple terms: People want to define themselves, not be forced into labels.
Key Takeaway
Embrace personal truth over imposed categories.
Themes
identity
self‑acceptance
labels
truth
communication
Mood
reflective
empathetic
Type
literary
conversational
When to use this quote
- coming‑of‑age
- friendship
- self‑discovery
- conversation about identity
Key Concepts
gender fluidity
social constructs
personal authenticity
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you define yourself beyond labels?
- What impact do societal labels have on personal freedom?
A Different Perspective
Labels can limit understanding and may not capture complex identities.
