The poet is one who is able to keep the fresh vision of the child alive.
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I want to live darkly and richly in my femaleness. I want a man lying over me, always over me. His will, his pleasure, his desire, his life, his work, his sexuality the touchstone, the command, my pivot. I donβt mind working, holding my ground intellectually, artistically; but as a woman, oh, God, as a woman I want to be dominated
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote expresses a desire for a deep, rich experience of femininity and the wish to be in a submissive role within a relationship.
In this quote, Anais Nin articulates a profound longing to embrace her femininity fully, seeking a relationship dynamic where she feels both cherished and dominated. She emphasizes the richness of her experience as a woman, revealing a complex interplay of desire, submission, and intellectual strength, highlighting that these aspects can coexist in her identity and relationships.
Themes
FemininityDominationRelationshipsSubmissionIntellectual Strength
In practice
Example use cases
This quote could be used in a women's empowerment seminar to discuss the complexities of femininity.
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