Believe Quote by Lily Tomlin
“I still believe that sex is dirty. It's just that now I wouldn't have it any other way.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: 1990s TV interview, Lily Tomlin
The speaker expresses a conflicted view: while seeing sex as inherently unclean, they also accept it as part of life and cannot imagine living without it.
In simple terms: Sex feels dirty yet unavoidable.
Key Takeaway
Accept contradictions in personal values.
Themes
conflict
acceptance
sexuality
Mood
reflective
ambivalent
Type
personal
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- self‑acceptance
- cultural critique
Key Concepts
cognitive dissonance
social norms
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you reconcile personal discomfort with societal expectations?
- What influences make sex feel 'dirty' to you?
A Different Perspective
Sexual attitudes can be shaped by deeper cultural taboos.
