Arbitrary Quote by David Levithan
““Why should the arbitrary assignment of genital parts determine whether or not you want to be with a person?””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Disreputable History of Frankie Landau-Banks, 2009
Physical attributes should not dictate romantic attraction; love should be based on deeper connection.
In simple terms: Love isn’t about bodies.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize emotional compatibility.
Themes
love
identity
social norms
Mood
thoughtful
empathetic
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- dating
- relationship counseling
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
gender identity
sexual orientation
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you define attraction beyond appearance?
- What barriers exist to non‑physical love?
A Different Perspective
Societal pressures may still influence choices.
![“The African specialist Nahid Toubia puts it plain [when speaking of female genital mutilation]: In a man it would range from amoutation of most of the penis, to "removal of all the penis, its roots of soft tissue and part of the scrotal skin.” quote by Eve Ensler](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/59c/eve-ensler-1402_genital-mutilation_the-african-specialist-nahid-toubia-puts_384212.jpg)
