Quote by Alison Bechdel

I suppose that a lifetime spent hiding one's erotic truth could have a cumulative renunciatory effect. Sexual shame is in itself a kind of death.

I suppose that a lifetime spent hiding one's erotic truth co

Summary

This quote suggests that constantly hiding one's true sexuality can have significant emotional consequences over time. It implies that suppressing one's erotic truth, often due to societal or personal shame, can be psychologically damaging. It suggests that the burden of concealing one's sexuality can lead to a sense of renunciation or denial of one's own desires and, metaphorically, a sort of emotional death. The quote highlights the importance of acceptance and authenticity in embracing one's sexuality to avoid the negative impact of sexual shame.

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Truth Shame Homosexuality Erotic

By Alison Bechdel

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