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“Throughout their lives, women try to pummel their bodies into some phantom ideal shape that exists only with a lot of airbrushing. ... I don't blame men for this. Men seem to go for us no matter what size and shape we are. I blame capitalism. No, really. The consumer must constantly be in a state of anxious low self-esteem so that she will constantly buy lipsticks and girdles to make her feel cuter.”

Quote by Cynthia Heimel

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Cynthia Heimel
Cynthia Heimel

Cynthia Heimel was an American writer born on July 13, 1947, and passed away on February 25, 2018. Known for her unique sense of humor and feminist perspective, her work spanned various forms including novels, essays, and memoirs. more

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