Children Quote by Kelly Corrigan
““But now I see there's no such thing as "a" woman, "one" woman. There are dozens inside every one of them. I probably should have figured this out sooner, but what child can see the women inside her mom, what with all the Motherness blocking out everything else?””
About This Quote
Source Interview: "The Best Part of My Life" podcast, 2020
She reflects on the multiplicity of identities within each woman, suggesting that motherhood and societal expectations obscure inner selves.
In simple terms: Women hold many inner selves, often hidden by motherhood expectations
Key Takeaway
Recognize and honor the multiple facets within each woman.
Themes
identity
womanhood
motherhood
self-discovery
Mood
contemplative
empathetic
Type
reflective
insightful
When to use this quote
- parenting
- therapy
- personal growth
- gender studies
Key Concepts
intersectionality
psychology
social roles
Questions to Reflect On
- How do societal roles shape inner identity?
- What can we do to uncover hidden selves?
A Different Perspective
The metaphor may oversimplify complex gender identities.
