And enough for me that when my hand touched your shoulder, you leaned on me; and when you felt me slip away, you called my name.
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Only stupid men trying to seem smart need to be with dumb women. Only weak men trying to look strong are attracted to compliant women.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote suggests that insecure men seek out women who are less intelligent or compliant to feel better about themselves.
Orson Scott Card points out the dynamics of insecurity in relationships, implying that men who feel inadequate often pursue partners who reinforce their own sense of superiority or strength. This reflects a deeper commentary on the nature of attraction and how it's influenced by personal insecurities rather than genuine compatibility or respect.
Themes
InsecurityRelationshipsStrengthIntelligenceAttraction
In practice
Example use cases
During a relationship seminar, discussing the importance of mutual respect.
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