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“When a man curls his lip, when he uses ridicule, when he grows angry, you have touched a raw nerve in domination.” quote by Sheila Rowbotham
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“When a man curls his lip, when he uses ridicule, when he grows angry, you have touched a raw nerve in domination.”

Sheila Rowbotham

About This Quote

Source Book: “Gender and Power”, 1995

Mockery and anger reveal underlying power struggles.

In simple terms: Ridicule exposes domination.

Key Takeaway

Recognize power dynamics.

Themes

gender studies power psychology

Mood

critical analytical

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • workplace conflicts
  • political debates
  • media analysis
  • personal relationships

Key Concepts

social critique emotional intelligence

Questions to Reflect On

  • When have you felt a raw nerve in domination?
  • How can you respond constructively to ridicule?
A Different Perspective

Power can be subtle and hard to confront.

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