

“thought that acknowledging my errors was the ultimate goal, but naming my wrongs is not the same as working hard to undo them.”
― No Ashes in the Fire: Coming of Age Black and Free in America
― No Ashes in the Fire: Coming of Age Black and Free in America

“Temporary discomfort is an investment in your future self. Accept a small and uncomfortable transition now, for a lifetime of growth and self-development.”
― Women Don't Owe You Pretty
― Women Don't Owe You Pretty

“I bet you're worried. I was worried. I was worried about vaginas. I was worried about what we think about vaginas, and even more worried that we don't think about them.”
― The Vagina Monologues
― The Vagina Monologues

“Imagine all of the past versions of yourself, standing right in front of you. They are all smiling, looking back at you. They are so proud of you.”
― Women Don't Owe You Pretty
― Women Don't Owe You Pretty

“During my late adolescence, never once did a doctor ask me, while administering an HIV test, if I experienced love or rejection, connection or estrangement. It didn't matter that Billy was beautiful and kind...Humans feel, but subjects report.”
― No Ashes in the Fire: Coming of Age Black and Free in America
― No Ashes in the Fire: Coming of Age Black and Free in America

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