Curse Quote by Dorothy Parker
“Men They hail you as their morning star Because you are the way you are. If you return the sentiment, They'll try to make you different; And once they have you, safe and sound, They want to change you all around. Your moods and ways they put a curse on; They'd make of you another person. They cannot let you go your gait; They influence and educate. They'd alter all that they admired. They make me sick, they make me tired.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: The Morning Star, 1935
Society tries to reshape individuals, but altering core identity can be harmful and oppressive.
In simple terms: Changing a person’s nature is a curse.
Key Takeaway
Protect personal authenticity.
Themes
conformity
identity
control
Mood
critical
wry
Type
social
personal
When to use this quote
- workplace culture
- family expectations
- education systems
- political indoctrination
Key Concepts
social pressure
psychology of influence
Questions to Reflect On
- Who tries to change you and why?
- How can you assert your true self?
A Different Perspective
Change can sometimes be positive growth.
