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“I have often felt that I would find it more complicated, troublesome and unpleasant to ascertain the feelings by which a woman lives than to plumb the innermost thoughts of an earthworm.” quote by Osamu Dazai
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“I have often felt that I would find it more complicated, troublesome and unpleasant to ascertain the feelings by which a woman lives than to plumb the innermost thoughts of an earthworm.”

Osamu Dazai

About This Quote

Source Novel: No Longer Human, 1948

The quote highlights the difficulty of truly understanding a woman's inner emotional life, suggesting it is more complex than even the simplest creature's thoughts.

In simple terms: Understanding women’s feelings is very hard.

Key Takeaway

Seek deeper empathy and listening.

Themes

gender empathy communication complexity

Mood

reflective thoughtful

Type

observational philosophical

When to use this quote

  • relationships
  • friendships
  • family discussions
  • mental health counseling

Key Concepts

psychology social dynamics gender studies

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can we better listen to others’ emotions?
  • What biases affect our perception of gendered experiences?
A Different Perspective

Assumes a universal difficulty that may not apply to all individuals.

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