Unless one lives and loves in the trenches, it is difficult to remember that the war against dehumanization is ceaseless.
Audre LordeRead
I always knew I was gay. I always knew that somehow it would work out.
Interpretation
This quote expresses the confidence and self-acceptance in one's identity, reflecting hope for the future.
Rick Mercer's quote highlights the importance of self-awareness and the journey of accepting one's identity. It captures a sense of assurance and optimism that, despite challenges, embracing who we are can lead to a positive outcome and create a fulfilling life.
In practice
This quote can be used during an LGBTQ+ advocacy event to inspire self-acceptance.
Unless one lives and loves in the trenches, it is difficult to remember that the war against dehumanization is ceaseless.
Where we come from does not determine who we can become. What we look like places no limits on what we can achieve. We should all have the right to express ourselves, all have the right to be heard, all have the right to be what we can be: To reach for the sky and touch the stars. No matter who we are, no matter whether we are man or woman, or rich or poor: _x000D_ My voice, my right. My voice counts.
I'm so aware of the fact that if I hadn't taken the chances that I've taken along the line, I probably wouldn't be getting the best out of my voice anymore, I might have messed it up in that awful, predictable place.
The cry of the oppressed has entered not only into my ears, but into my soul, so that while I live, I cannot hold my peace.
Fear of suffering is worse than the suffering itself.
Donβt wait to be hunted to hide, that was always my motto.
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