If I body-shame a woman, it is more a reflection of me being critical of my body, me not being able to keep up to certain standards I have, and so making sure that the women around me feel the same way.
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When I was little, my dad told me about Anandpur Sahib and the court of Guru Gobind Singh. That we came from a tradition of poets, warriors and artists who created when it was illegal to create... we're groomed to be reckless in the defense of what we feel is right.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote reflects on the importance of creativity and courage in the face of adversity.
In this quote, Rupi Kaur shares a personal anecdote from her childhood where her father instilled in her a sense of pride about their heritage, which includes poets, warriors, and artists who expressed themselves during oppressive times. This legacy of creativity and courage serves as a reminder to stand up for one's beliefs and to embrace the 'recklessness' that comes with defending what is right, highlighting the value of artistic expression as a form of resistance.
Themes
CreativityCourageHeritageExpressionDefense
In practice
Example use cases
During a speech about the importance of cultural heritage.
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