It's easier to bleed than sweat, Mr. Motes.

Flannery OConnor
About This Quote

It’s easier to bleed than sweat, Mr. Motes. This quote is a reference to the stereotype that men and women are different in terms of strength and endurance. It is often thought that women should suffer more than men, but this is not true. There are many ways to express this idea, including “It is easier to bleed than sweat,” “women are weaker than men,” or “it takes more effort for women to exert themselves.”

Source: Wise Blood

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