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In our civilization, men are afraid that they will not be men enough and women are afraid that they might be considered
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"In our civilization, men are afraid that they will not be men enough and women are afraid that they might be considered only women"

- Theodor Reik

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Theodor Reik between May 12, 1888 and December 31, 1969. He/she was a famous Psychologist from USA. The author also have 8 other quotes.

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