Born Quote by Louise Berliawsky Nevelson
“It's a hell of a thing to be born, and if you're born you're at least entitled to your own self.”
About This Quote
Source Art Statement: “Sculpture and Self”, 1972
The quote emphasizes the inherent right to selfhood simply by being born, underscoring personal autonomy and the fundamental value of individual existence.
In simple terms: Being born grants inherent right to self.
Key Takeaway
Assert personal autonomy.
Themes
identity
existence
rights
selfhood
art
Mood
assertive
empowering
philosophical
Type
artistic
humanistic
When to use this quote
- Legal rights discussions
- artistic expression
- education
- therapy
- social activism
Key Concepts
autonomy
human dignity
existential rights
personal empowerment
Questions to Reflect On
- How do societies protect inherent self-rights?
- What responsibilities accompany this right?
A Different Perspective
Rights can be contested or denied, challenging the notion of inherent entitlement.
