Change Quote by Margaret Atwood
““They had been pathetically eager to have the wedding in the family church. Their reaction though, as far as she could estimate the reactions of people who were now so remote from her, was less elated glee than a quiet, rather smug satisfaction, as though their fears about the effects of her university education, never stated but aways apparent, had been calmed at last. They had probably been worried she would turn into a high-school teacher or a maiden aunt or a dope addict or a female executive, or that she would undergo some shocking physical transformation, like developing muscles and a deep voice or growing moss.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Edible Woman, 1969
Family expectations clash with personal ambition, leading to quiet, smug relief when stereotypes are disproved.
In simple terms: Family doubts are proven wrong.
Key Takeaway
Embrace your path despite doubts.
Themes
family
expectations
identity
Mood
thoughtful
defiant
Type
narrative
inspirational
When to use this quote
- career planning
- family discussions
- personal growth
- educational choices
Key Concepts
gender roles
education
social pressure
Questions to Reflect On
- What expectations have you defied?
- How do you handle family pressure?
A Different Perspective
Relief may mask deeper unresolved tensions.
