The range of what we think and do is limited by what we fail to notice. And because we fail to notice that we fail to notice, there is little we can do to change; until we notice how failing to notice shapes our thoughts and deeds.
R. D. LaingRead
A society that does not use the intellectual power of its female population fully is not a wise society. Most women are not as tainted by mistakes in the conduct of the economy as the male population, and now they deserve an opportunity.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Empowering women intellectually benefits society as a whole.
The quote emphasizes the importance of including women's intellectual contributions in society. It argues that a society that fails to fully utilize the talents of its female population lacks wisdom, suggesting that women's perspectives can lead to better economic decisions and overall societal progress.
Themes
SocietyWomenIntellectualOpportunityEconomy
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech advocating for gender equality, you might use this quote to highlight the importance of women's contributions.
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