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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The way a small child might dream of visiting Disneyland, I dreamed of writing books. Never did I think my poems would become that.
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What this quote means
This quote expresses a deep passion for writing, likening the dream of becoming an author to a child's dream of visiting a magical place.
In this quote, Rupi Kaur reflects on her profound desire to write books, comparing it to the innocent dreams of a child. It highlights the unexpected journey of her aspirations, as she reveals that although she once dreamed of writing books, it was her poetry that ultimately gained recognition, showcasing the unpredictable nature of artistic pursuits and the fulfillment that comes from embracing one's creative passions.
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DreamWritingPoetryCreativityAspiration
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During a writing workshop, I shared Rupi Kaur's quote to inspire fellow writers to follow their creative passions.
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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.
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I wasn't entitled to dream so big. The idea of me being a writer wasn't even possible in my mind. Even when I began to write and first published, I couldn't call myself a writer.
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I was always writing for myself. I wrote what I needed to write and hear - that's what makes it powerful.
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There was no market for poetry about trauma, abuse, loss, love, and healing through the lens of a Punjabi-Sikh immigrant woman.
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