"My boyfriend calls me 'princess', but I think of myself more along the lines of 'monkey' and 'retard'"
- Alicia Silverstone
About this Quote
This quote by Alicia Silverstone is a humorous method of revealing the idea that we often have a different view of ourselves than how others see us. Her boyfriend calls her "princess," which implies that he sees her as somebody special and worthy of appreciation. However, she sees herself as more of a "monkey" and "retard," which indicates that she has a lower opinion of herself. This could be due to her own insecurities or a lack of confidence. It might also be a way of expressing her funny bone and self-deprecation. Whatever the case, this quote is a tip that we should strive to see ourselves in a favorable light, even if others do not always see us that way.
This quote is written / told by Alicia Silverstone somewhere between April 4, 1976 and today. She was a famous Actress, the quote is categorized under the topic Dating. The author also have 10 other quotes.
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