Anxiety Quote by Rumer Godden
“It is an anxious, sometimes a dangerous thing to be a doll. Dolls cannot choose; they can only be chosen; they cannot 'do'; they can only be done by.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Doll's House by Rumer Godden, 1974
Being a doll symbolizes lacking agency, being objectified, and the danger of passive existence.
In simple terms: Dolls lack choice and are controlled.
Key Takeaway
Seek agency and resist being objectified.
Themes
agency
objectification
identity
danger
Mood
reflective
melancholic
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- relationships
- career decisions
- creative projects
- social roles
Key Concepts
existentialism
power dynamics
passivity
Questions to Reflect On
- How does lack of agency affect self-worth?
- When can surrendering control be beneficial?
A Different Perspective
Dolls can also represent comfort and safety in being cared for.
