I think the Women’s movement has had a major impact on everybody’s lives in our nation and in the world as a whole.
BELL HOOKSThe rage of the oppressed is never the same as the rage of the privileged.
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My idea of a delicious time is to read a book that is wonderful. But the ruling passion of my life is being a seeker after truth and the divine.
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Genuine love is rarely an emotional space where needs are instantly gratified.
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I believe that it is impossible for two individuals not committed to their own and each other’s well being to sustain a healthy and enduring relationship.
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If we want a beloved community, we must stand for justice.
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If we give our children sound self-love, they will be able to deal with whatever life puts before them.
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The political core of any movement for freedom in the society has to have the political imperative to protect free speech.
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Giving generously in romantic relationships, and in all other bonds, means recognizing when the other person needs our attention. Attention is an important resource.
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When we face pain in relationships our first response is often to sever bonds rather than to maintain commitment.
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The greatest movement for social justice our country has ever known is the civil rights movement and it was totally rooted in a love ethic.
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If you do not know what you feel, then it is difficult to choose love; it is better to fall. Then you do not have to be responsible for your actions.
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If any female feels she need anything beyond herself to legitimate and validate her existence, she is already giving away her power to be self-defining, her agency.
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Love is a combination of care, commitment, knowledge, responsibility, respect and trust.
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The rage of the oppressed is never the same as the rage of the privileged.
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You can only realize change if you live simply. Once people want enormous excess, you can hardly do social change.
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Being oppressed means the absence of choices.
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