Cutting Quote by Samanta Schweblin
“I think we live in a world where "the normal," is just a cut that each society creates for itself, but leaves out a number of situations, thoughts, and events as part of what we catalog as normal.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: Distancia de la luz by Samanta Schweblin, 2015
Normalcy is a social construct that excludes many experiences and perspectives.
In simple terms: Normal is a limited label.
Key Takeaway
Question and expand what is considered normal.
Themes
inclusion
societal norms
diversity
Mood
reflective
critical
Type
analytical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- education curricula
- media representation
- policy making
- community dialogue
Key Concepts
social constructionism
othering
Questions to Reflect On
- How does labeling affect those left out?
- What can broaden our definition of normal?
A Different Perspective
Normal labels can reinforce marginalization.
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