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Good man Quote by Pearl Cleage

“Any time your life is at stake and you can't find even one woman to come forward and say, 'This is a good man,' your problem isn't what kind of woman THEY are. Your problem is what kind of men YOU are.” quote by Pearl Cleage
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“Any time your life is at stake and you can't find even one woman to come forward and say, 'This is a good man,' your problem isn't what kind of woman THEY are. Your problem is what kind of men YOU are.”

Pearl Cleage

About This Quote

Source Novel: Unknown, 1990s

The quote highlights that personal responsibility lies in one's own character, not in others' validation.

In simple terms: Your worth depends on your own character.

Key Takeaway

Focus on self-improvement.

Themes

self growth responsibility

Mood

reflective serious

Type

philosophical motivational

When to use this quote

  • relationships
  • career challenges
  • leadership
  • personal crises

Key Concepts

character gender dynamics self-worth

Questions to Reflect On

  • What kind of man do you want to be?
  • How can you change your behavior?
A Different Perspective

Self-improvement can be difficult without external support.

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