Quote by Anna Ford

The world men inhabit is rather bleak. It is a world full of doubt and confusion, where vulnerability must be hidden, not shared; where competition, not co-operation, is the order of the day; where men sacrifice the possibility of knowing their own children and sharing in their upbringing, for the sake of a job they may have chosen by chance, which may not suit them and which in many cases dominates their lives to the exclusion of much else.

The world men inhabit is rather bleak. It is a world full of

Summary

This quote conveys the idea that the world men live in is characterized by negativity and uncertainty. Men are expected to hide their vulnerabilities and compete with one another instead of collaborating. They sacrifice the opportunity to have a close relationship with their children in favor of their careers, which may not even be fulfilling or suitable for them. As a result, their lives become heavily dominated by work, leaving little room for other important aspects. Ultimately, this quote paints a somewhat pessimistic picture of the world men inhabit, highlighting the challenges and sacrifices they face.

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