Biracial Quote by Olivia Sudjic
““I saw her note the way I hovered over the various ethnicities on the form. First the 'white' box, then to the airspace over the 'black' box, a kind of momentary hesitation, a protest of stillness, a staring into the abyss of everything I did not know about myself. She, like me, was made of halves.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: “How to be Seen” by Olivia Sudjic, 2022
The narrator observes a subtle, unconscious bias in how she categorizes race, revealing inner conflict and fragmented identity.
In simple terms: She notices a hidden bias that splits her sense of self.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and question hidden biases.
Themes
identity
bias
self-awareness
race
fragmentation
Mood
introspective
thoughtful
Type
literary
reflective
When to use this quote
- job interview
- personal reflection
- diversity training
- creative writing
Key Concepts
psychology
social cognition
intersectionality
Questions to Reflect On
- How do hidden biases shape our self-perception?
- What steps can we take to integrate fragmented parts of ourselves?
A Different Perspective
The quote assumes awareness leads to change, but deeper systemic factors may persist.
