I have me brave women who are exploring the outer edge of human possibility, with no history to guide them, and with a courage to make themselves vulnerable that I find moving beyond words.
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If we're by ourselves we come to feel crazy and alone. We need to make alternate families of small groups of women who support each other, talk to each other regularly, can speak their truths and their experiences and find they're not alone in them, that other women have them, too ... It makes such a huge difference.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Strong connections with supportive groups can alleviate feelings of isolation.
Gloria Steinem emphasizes the importance of creating alternate families, particularly among women, to combat feelings of loneliness and craziness that can arise when one is isolated. By forming supportive networks, individuals can share their experiences and truths, finding solace in the knowledge that they are not alone in their struggles, which profoundly impacts their well-being.
Themes
SupportConnectionWomenCommunityLoneliness
In practice
Example use cases
During a women's conference, this quote could inspire discussions about the importance of building supportive networks.
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