Strange feeling Quote by Janet Fitch
““I felt like an Israeli girl soldier, in shorts and the hot wind, sighting down the barrel of the rifle, holding the .38 with both hands. It was a strange feeling, him looking at me as I aimed. I found I couldn't quite lose myself in the target. His eyes split my attention between the C in Coke and my awareness of him watching me. And I thought, this was what it was like to be beautiful.””
About This Quote
The narrator feels exposed and conflicted, balancing personal identity with external gaze while holding a weapon.
In simple terms: A soldier feels vulnerable and observed while aiming.
Key Takeaway
Acknowledge how external perception shapes self‑image.
Themes
identity
vulnerability
power dynamics
Mood
introspective
intense
Type
literary
psychological
When to use this quote
- combat training
- self‑esteem development
Key Concepts
gender
military experience
Questions to Reflect On
- How does being watched affect performance?
- Can vulnerability become strength?
A Different Perspective
External focus can distract from purpose.
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