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“The women I loved most in the world horrified me. I did not want to grow up to be them.” quote by Dorothy Allison
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““The women I loved most in the world horrified me. I did not want to grow up to be them.””

Dorothy Allison

About This Quote

The speaker is frightened by the women they admired, fearing they might become like them.

In simple terms: Fear of becoming what you admire.

Key Takeaway

Reflect on role models and personal growth.

Themes

fear identity role models

Mood

introspective cautious

Type

personal philosophical

When to use this quote

  • career
  • family
  • personal development

Key Concepts

feminism psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • What traits do you fear inheriting?
  • How can you honor them health?
A Different Perspective

Admiration can be unsettling.

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