I have me brave women who are exploring the outer edge of human possibility, with no history to guide them, and with a courage to make themselves vulnerable that I find moving beyond words.
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If what's inside your dreams wasn't already real inside you, you couldn't even dream it.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Dreams reflect our inner desires and potential.
This quote by Gloria Steinem emphasizes that our dreams are not mere fantasies; they are manifestations of what exists within us. It suggests that having the ability to dream about something signifies that we have the capacity to achieve and bring those dreams to reality, as they already resonate with our true selves.
Themes
DreamsPotentialRealitySelf-BeliefMotivation
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech to inspire students to pursue their aspirations.
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