Quote by D. H. (David Herbert) Lawrence

The one woman who never gives herself is your free woman, who is always giving herself.

The one woman who never gives herself is your free woman, wh

Summary

This quote emphasizes the paradoxical nature of a "free woman." It suggests that true liberation and empowerment lie not in withholding oneself but in freely and generously sharing oneself with others. The concept of a free woman goes beyond external constraints and societal expectations, reflecting an inner state of autonomy and selflessness. It implies that by giving freely, a woman can find a sense of liberation and fulfillment, rather than succumbing to self-imposed limitations or societal pressures.

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Women

By D. H. (David Herbert) Lawrence

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