Feminism Quote by Sylvia Plath
““Neurotic, ha!" I let out a scornful laugh. "If neurotic is wanting two mutually exclusive things at one and the same time, then I'm neurotic as hell. I'll be flying back and forth between one mutually exclusive thing and another for the rest of my days.””
About This Quote
Source Poetry collection: The Unabridged Poems, 1971
The speaker humorously defines neuroticism as wanting contradictory things simultaneously, acknowledging personal inner conflict and perpetual indecision.
In simple terms: Neuroticism is wanting opposite things at once.
Key Takeaway
Accept paradoxes, but seek clarity.
Themes
conflict
paradox
self-awareness
Mood
wry
introspective
Type
poetic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- decision making
- creative process
- personal growth
Key Concepts
cognitive dissonance
identity
choice
Questions to Reflect On
- What contradictions drive your choices?
- Can embracing conflict foster creativity?
A Different Perspective
Self‑contradiction can hinder progress if unexamined.
