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“His mother should have thrown him out and kept the stork.” quote by Mae West
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“His mother should have thrown him out and kept the stork.”

Mae West

About This Quote

Source Film: She Done Him Wrong, 1933

She suggests that a mother should prioritize her own desires over a child's, using a humorous metaphor about a stork.

In simple terms: Prioritize personal freedom over obligations.

Key Takeaway

Choose self over duty.

Themes

freedom humor family selfishness

Mood

playful defiant

Type

humorous provocative

When to use this quote

  • relationship decisions
  • parenting choices
  • career moves
  • personal boundaries

Key Concepts

individualism social expectations

Questions to Reflect On

  • What personal desire are you sacrificing?
  • Is it worth risking family ties?
A Different Perspective

May neglect responsibilities and harm relationships.

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