audre lorde on 'the erotic'

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The erotic is a measure between the beginnings of our sense of self and the chaos of our strongest feelings. It is an internal sense of satisfaction to which, once we have experienced it, we know we can aspire. For having experienced the fullness of this depth of feeling and recognizing its power, in honor and self-respect we can require no less of ourselves. - Audre Lorde “Uses of the Erotic: The Erotic as Power”

a quote found on poet bettina judd's blogsite ablackgirl.com