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“Although the patriarchal ego prides itself on being reasonable, the twentieth century has been anything but the Age of Reason. In our collective neurosis, we have raped the earth, disrupted the delicate balance of nature, and created phallic missiles of mass destruction.”

Quote by Marion Woodman

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Marion Woodman is an American author known for her profound insights into women's psychology and mythology. Her works explore women's identity, dreams, and the creative process. more

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