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Sometimes, I think, it’s smart to step away and be open.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[],{"id":29,"quote_text":30,"author_id":5,"source_id":17,"has_image":18,"author":31,"source":32,"quote_tag":33,"commentary":9},3142058,"I always make this joke that I know you were expecting to see the big skirts and the hoops. But that was a long time ago. Artists aren’t always seen as real people. If you start out as a teenager, sometimes people want to keep you locked as that. But I’m a woman now.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[],{"id":35,"quote_text":36,"author_id":5,"source_id":17,"has_image":18,"author":37,"source":38,"quote_tag":39,"commentary":40},3142056,"Passion has always been important to me. That won’t change. What changes in a woman’s perspective. I mean, I have two kids now. I’m a single parent balancing motherhood and my career. That changes the equation.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[],"**The Backstory**\nThis quote is from Jody Watley, the American singer, songwriter, and dancer, best known as a member of the R&B group Shalamar and as a successful solo artist. At the time of this quote, Watley was in her 40s, having experienced significant life changes, including motherhood and becoming a single parent. She was balancing her career with the demands of raising her children, which marked a shift in her priorities.\n\n**The Hidden Insight**\nThe quote reveals a paradoxical shift in Watley's perspective on passion. On the surface, her statement seems to suggest that her passion remains unchanged, but the \"equation\" has altered due to her new responsibilities as a single mother. However, upon closer examination, it becomes clear that Watley's passion has evolved to accommodate her new circumstances. She is not simply maintaining her old level of passion but is instead recalibrating it to align with her new life priorities. This subtle distinction highlights the dynamic nature of passion and how it can adapt to changing circumstances.\n\n**How to Use This**\nTo apply this mindset today, recognize that passion is not a fixed trait but rather a dynamic force that can evolve in response to life's changes. By acknowledging and adapting to these shifts, you can maintain a sense of purpose and direction, even in the face of new challenges or responsibilities.",{"id":42,"quote_text":43,"author_id":5,"source_id":17,"has_image":18,"author":44,"source":45,"quote_tag":46,"commentary":9},3142027,"There’s one more thing I want to say. It’s a touchy subject. Black beauty. Black sensuality. We live in a culture where the beauty of black people isn’t always as celebrated as other types. I’d like to help change that if I can!",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[],{"id":48,"quote_text":49,"author_id":5,"source_id":17,"has_image":18,"author":50,"source":51,"quote_tag":52,"commentary":53},3142018,"Flower was a good metaphor for growth. The song is obviously about sexual responsibility, so that was the main metaphor. Also, it’s like knowing who someone has been and remembering and appreciating that, but really appreciating what they are now even more.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[],"**The Backstory**\nThis quote from Jody Watley, the legendary singer, songwriter, and dancer, likely originated from a 1990s interview or album liner notes. At that time, Watley was in her mid-to-late 20s, having just transitioned from her successful 1980s group Shalamar to a successful solo career. She was navigating the complexities of fame, identity, and personal growth.\n\n**The Hidden Insight**\nThe quote reveals a profound paradox: growth and appreciation for who someone is now require acknowledging and respecting their past, including the parts that may be imperfect or even painful. This tension highlights the importance of integrating our experiences, both positive and negative, into our evolving sense of self.\n\n**How to Use This**\nTo apply this mindset, consider that true growth and self-appreciation involve embracing your entire journey, including the challenges and setbacks. When reflecting on your personal growth, make space to acknowledge and honor the complexities of your past, rather than trying to erase or gloss over them.",{"id":55,"quote_text":56,"author_id":5,"source_id":17,"has_image":18,"author":57,"source":58,"quote_tag":59,"commentary":9},3142011,"I wanted to do Playboy to get across the same ideas I’m singing and writing about these days. It’s all about proving that a woman can defy stereotypes.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[],{"id":61,"quote_text":62,"author_id":5,"source_id":17,"has_image":18,"author":63,"source":64,"quote_tag":65,"commentary":9},3141995,"You never have to second guess a person or your feelings and instincts about that person if you pay attention to their actions, not solely their words – actions always speak louder.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[],{"id":67,"quote_text":68,"author_id":5,"source_id":17,"has_image":18,"author":69,"source":70,"quote_tag":71,"commentary":9},3141988,"Don’t wait on approval, validation and likes from others – always give yourself the highest of approval ratings and work from there. Hold your head up and be fabulous no matter what!",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[],{"id":73,"quote_text":74,"author_id":5,"source_id":17,"has_image":18,"author":75,"source":76,"quote_tag":77,"commentary":9},3141983,"Right now I’m single. Single, and loving it.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[],{"currentPage":79,"totalPages":80,"totalItems":8,"itemsPerPage":81},1,4,10]