Likes Quote by Margaret Atwood
““He doesn't mind this, I thought. He doesn't mind it at all. Maybe he even likes it. We are not each other's, anymore. Instead, I am his.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Oryx and Crake, Margaret Atwood, 2003
A shift from mutual independence to possessive intimacy, where one partner sees the other as belonging to them.
In simple terms: One becomes the other's possession rather than a partner.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and discuss boundaries in relationships.
Themes
intimacy
possessiveness
identity
relationships
Mood
conflicted
reflective
Type
literary
emotional
When to use this quote
- marriage
- friendship
- cohabitation
- family dynamics
Key Concepts
ownership
dependency
selfhood
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you feel owned or free in your relationships?
- How does language shape power dynamics?
A Different Perspective
Possessiveness can erode mutual respect and autonomy.
