People ask me about what sacrifices I've made. I always answer: I've made no sacrifices, I've made choices.
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Burmese authors and artists can play the role that artists everywhere play. They help to mold the outlook of a society - not the whole outlook, and they are not the only ones to mold the outlook of society, but they have an important role to play there.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Artists shape societal perspectives through their work, influencing culture and beliefs.
Aung San Suu Kyi emphasizes the significant influence that Burmese authors and artists have on their society. While they are not the sole contributors to shaping societal views, their creative expressions play an important role in molding the collective mindset, highlighting the power of art in cultural development and social change.
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ArtSocietyInfluenceCulturePerspective
In practice
Example use cases
During a lecture on the impact of culture, this quote can illustrate the role of artists.
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