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Exorcism Quote by Germaine Greer

“Gender reassignment is an exorcism of the mother” quote by Germaine Greer
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“Gender reassignment is an exorcism of the mother”

Germaine Greer

About This Quote

Source Essay: Gender and Identity, 1995

Gender reassignment is likened to an exorcism of the mother archetype.

In simple terms: Changing gender is seen as rejecting maternal influence.

Key Takeaway

Question societal norms.

Themes

gender identity motherhood

Mood

critical provocative

Type

theoretical controversial

When to use this quote

  • therapy
  • family dynamics
  • cultural debate

Key Concepts

feminist theory psychology social critique

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does “exorcism” imply?
  • How do cultural narratives affect gender?
A Different Perspective

Highly controversial and metaphorical.

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