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I want women -- and men -- to feel empowered by a deeper and more psychotic part of themselves. The part they're always trying desperately to hide. I want that to become something that they cherish.
Lady Gaga
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What this quote means

The quote emphasizes embracing and cherishing the hidden, deeper parts of ourselves, regardless of societal expectations.

In this quote, Lady Gaga advocates for the idea that both women and men should embrace and empower themselves by acknowledging and celebrating the more complex and often hidden aspects of their identities. Rather than feeling ashamed of these 'psychotic' or unconventional facets, individuals can find strength and empowerment by cherishing them, thus promoting a deeper self-acceptance and authenticity.

Themes

EmpowermentSelf-AcceptanceAuthenticityIdentitySelf-Love

In practice

Example use cases

During a motivational speech about self-acceptance and empowerment.

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