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“When I was younger I dated women. I even got engaged. I thought I had to live a certain way. I thought I needed to marry a woman and raise kids with her. I kept telling myself the sky was red, but I always knew it was blue.” quote by Jason Collins
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“When I was younger I dated women. I even got engaged. I thought I had to live a certain way. I thought I needed to marry a woman and raise kids with her. I kept telling myself the sky was red, but I always knew it was blue.”

Jason Collins

About This Quote

Source Autobiography: “Game Changer” by Jason Collins, 2020

Personal identity evolves; societal expectations can be challenged by authentic self‑discovery.

In simple terms: Be true to yourself despite norms.

Key Takeaway

Live authentically.

Themes

identity acceptance growth

Mood

reflective hopeful

Type

memoir inspirational

When to use this quote

  • sports
  • family planning
  • public speaking

Key Concepts

gender studies psychology social norms

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you define success?
  • What fears hold you back?
A Different Perspective

May face external resistance.

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