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“Women now were told not to settle for second best, told that they deserved better, but at a time, it seemed, when there was so much less to go around.” quote by Lorrie Moore
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“Women now were told not to settle for second best, told that they deserved better, but at a time, it seemed, when there was so much less to go around.”

Lorrie Moore

About This Quote

Societal expectations pressure women to seek better, yet scarcity of resources can make that pursuit feel impossible.

In simple terms: Women are urged to aim higher despite limited opportunities.

Key Takeaway

Balance ambition with realistic expectations.

Themes

gender society expectations scarcity

Mood

hopeful critical

Type

inspirational sociological

When to use this quote

  • career advancement
  • relationships
  • financial planning

Key Concepts

feminism economics psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • What resources are truly limited?
  • How can we create more opportunities?
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