Quote by D. H. (David Herbert) Lawrence

I shall be glad when you have strangled the invincible respectability that dogs your steps.

I shall be glad when you have strangled the invincible respe

Summary

This quote expresses a desire for the dismantling of societal norms and expectations that hinder one's true expression and individuality. It suggests that being bound by a rigid sense of respectability can prevent personal growth and limit one's potential. The speaker is eagerly awaiting the moment when these constraints are overcome and the person in question can break free from the constraints of societal expectations, suggesting that being true to oneself is more important than conforming to a superficial sense of respectability.

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By D. H. (David Herbert) Lawrence

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