Healing for me is being able to sit next to the butcher and say 'Yes, I’m sitting next to the butcher now,' instead of saying 'there is no butcher'.
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You'd think that in this age, especially in the 21st century - especially with all the technology and all the discoveries that we've made - that we would figure out how to tackle abuse.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Despite our advancements, society still struggles to address abuse effectively.
The quote by Tori Amos reflects the irony of the modern age where, despite significant technological advancements and scientific discoveries, society continues to grapple with the complex issue of abuse. It highlights a disconnect between our progress and our ability to create meaningful solutions to deeply rooted social problems.
Themes
AbuseTechnologySocietyChangeAdvancement
In practice
Example use cases
In a discussion about social reform, this quote can underscore the need for better systems to combat abuse.
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