Quote by Florence King

Self-help books are making life downright unsafe. Women desperate to catch a man practice all the ploys recommended by these authors. Bump into him, trip over him, knock him down, spill something on him, scald him, but meet him.

Self-help books are making life downright unsafe. Women desp

Summary

This quote highlights the harmful influence of self-help books, particularly on women seeking romantic relationships. The quote suggests that the advice given in these books encourages desperate actions, such as purposely creating accidents or mishaps to meet a potential partner. The intended irony of "making life downright unsafe" underscores the absurdity of manipulating scenarios just to encounter someone. The quote conveys concern about the unrealistic expectations and questionable tactics promoted in self-help literature, which may ultimately jeopardize personal autonomy and genuine connections.

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