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“I've always loved strong women, which is lucky for me because once you're over about twenty-five there is no other kind. Women blow my mind. The stuff that routinely gets done to them would make most men curl up and die, but women turn to steel and keep on coming. Any man who claims he's not into…” quote by Tana French
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“I've always loved strong women, which is lucky for me because once you're over about twenty-five there is no other kind. Women blow my mind. The stuff that routinely gets done to them would make most men curl up and die, but women turn to steel and keep on coming. Any man who claims he's not into strong women is fooling himself mindless; he's into strong women who know how to pout prettily and put on baby voices, and who will end up keeping his balls in her makeup bags.”

Tana French

About This Quote

Strong women are admired for resilience, yet some men deny this preference, revealing societal contradictions.

In simple terms: People admire resilient women, but some men hide that admiration.

Key Takeaway

Recognize and respect genuine strength in others.

Themes

gender roles strength perception relationships

Mood

reflective critical

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • workplace dynamics
  • media representation
  • personal relationships
  • dating culture

Key Concepts

feminism masculinity psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • Why do some men resist admitting admiration for strong women?
  • How can society better celebrate female resilience?
A Different Perspective

Some may view strength as threatening, leading to denial or mockery.

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