Friend Quote by Laurie Notaro
““Goddamnit I've never been the "pretty friend..." She's the one who wears the perfect eyeliner, it never gathers like a crowd in her tear ducts to create a grapefruit-size ebony eye booger. The one who can wear a bodysuit, sit down in it, and not have rolls of fat cascading over her belt. The one who can eat a sandwich or hamburger and not wind up with lipstick on the bun or on her chin. The one who can actually eat in front of other people and not have food, like coleslaw, hanging from her lip or shooting out of her mouth, landing on the plates of other diners. She never spits when she talks. She sleeps with her mouth shut and never drools. She doesn't pick at her face. And she never, ever has to take a shit.””
About This Quote
Source Book: I Hate Everyone, Laurie Notaro, 2005
She describes an idealized, flawless appearance and behavior that is impossible, highlighting societal pressure on women.
In simple terms: She envies an unattainable perfect image.
Key Takeaway
Accept imperfections; reject unrealistic standards.
Themes
body image
self-esteem
gender expectations
perfectionism
Mood
critical
thoughtful
Type
critical
reflective
When to use this quote
- dating
- career interviews
- social media
- public speaking
Key Concepts
media influence
social comparison
Questions to Reflect On
- What defines true beauty?
- How can we challenge perfectionist narratives?
A Different Perspective
The description is hyperbolic and unrealistic; may reinforce harmful ideals.
