By the time we are women, fear is as familiar to us as air. It is our element. We live in it, we inhale it, we exhale it, and most of the time we do not even notice it. Instead of I am afraid, we say, I don't want to, or I don't know how, or I can't.

Summary

This quote highlights how fear is deeply ingrained in the lives of women, becoming a constant presence that goes unnoticed. It suggests that instead of openly acknowledging fear, women tend to express it through more subdued phrases or excuses, such as "I don't want to" or "I don't know how." The quote implies that fear permeates every aspect of a woman's life, hindering her ability to fully embrace opportunities or confront challenges with confidence.

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