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Quote by Mary Gaitskill

“I think women who are very creative and giving members of society can be respected and accepted.”

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Mary Gaitskill is an American author known for her short stories, which are praised for their deep psychological insights and portrayals of the lives of marginalized individuals. Her work often delves into the complexities and contradictions of human relationships. more

“People still think that a woman who doesn't have children or doesn't want children is really lacking in something. I've seen this over and over again in my life. I've had this thinking used against me repeatedly. I remember I had a therapist once, and I brought this up, and she said, "Well, I think women who don't have children feel very self-critical. They feel bad, so they think other people are critical in that way."”

People Thinking Children Remember

Author:Mary Gaitskill

“I became very aware of how important it is to connect with children - possibly for the children, if they're in the mood for that - but certainly for the adults.”

Children Important Mood

Author:Mary Gaitskill

“When you approach the second half of your life, you start to unconsciously consider what you're passing on. As a writer, that's obviously part of what you're doing. And as a teacher, that's another way of passing on information, history, or whatever you have.”

Teacher

Author:Mary Gaitskill

“Partly, I'm worried that no one is saying anything because they are afraid of being seen as politically correct.”

Worried Politically Correct

Author:Mary Gaitskill