Ruth Behar Quotes

Anthropologist

Ruth Behar is an American anthropologist renowned for her research on Latin America and the Caribbean. Her work focuses on identity, memory, and narrative, particularly on the experiences of women, immigrants, and marginalized groups.

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Famous Ruth Behar Quotes

“...when Ruthie reemerges...I lie there quietly listening to her fears, her sorrows. Then I tell her good-bye, muster my strength, rise and open the door and let the sunshine in. I become the grown-up Ruth and return to the world, no longer feeling so small, I step out, legs trembling a little but my heart full, and set forth on the next journey, entrusting myself to the beauty and danger of life all over again." the author, Ruth Behar”

Healing Trust Depression Overcoming Depression

Book:Lucky Broken Girl

Source: Lucky Broken Girl

“It took fifty years for me to release that pain and to honor the voice of the broken girl. I feel blessed to have found the words to tell this story, tough I don't recommend that anyone wait that long Pain is pain. Speak up. Tell your story." Ruth Behar, the author”

Pain Healing Trauma Speak Up Find Your Voice

Book:Lucky Broken Girl

Source: Lucky Broken Girl

“What a gift it is to get a second chance at life when the worst is past." Ruth Behar, the author”

Pain Healing Second Chances

Book:Lucky Broken Girl

Source: Lucky Broken Girl

“Sometimes I wish I could shout to the world, "Tell me, please, wont you tell me? Do you know how to become whole after you've been broken?" Ruthie”

Healing Brokenness Becoming Whole

Book:Lucky Broken Girl

Source: Lucky Broken Girl

About the Author

Born: August 22, 1956
Known for: Anthropologist
Quotes: 12

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Lucky Broken GirlRelated source material

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