I freely chose the kind of life I led because I was convinced that a woman has as much right as a man to live the way she does if she does no actual harm to society.
Mae WestRead
It is better to be looked over than overlooked.
Interpretation
It's preferable to be noticed than to be ignored.
Mae West's quote emphasizes the importance of being recognized and appreciated rather than being neglected or disregarded. It suggests that even if one may not be the center of attention, being acknowledged is preferable to being completely overlooked, as it affirms one's existence and contributions.
In practice
In a motivational speech about self-acknowledgment.
I freely chose the kind of life I led because I was convinced that a woman has as much right as a man to live the way she does if she does no actual harm to society.
Kiss and make up-but too much makeup has ruined many a kiss.
I'll try anything once, twice if I like it, three times to make sure.
A girl in the convertible is worth five in the phone book.
Don't keep a man guessing too long - he's sure to find the answer somewhere else.
I only have 'yes' men around me. Who needs 'no' men?
Be aware of your breathing as often as you are able, whenever you remember. Do that for one year, and it will be powerfully transformative. And it's free.
I've always been really curious about things and slightly confused by the world, and I think someone who feels that way is in a good position to be the one asking questions.
Solutions nearly always come from the direction you least expect, which means there's no point trying to look in that direction because it won't be coming from there.
What I've come to know is that in life, it's not always the questions we ask, but rather our ability to hear the answers that truly enriches our understanding. Never, never stop learning.
You don't have to wear a label to be important.
Accepting good advice means nothing other than to strengthen one's own ability.
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