"每一个我遇到的男人都想保护我。我搞不清楚到底要保护我免受什么。"
— Mae West
Simplified Meaning:
The speaker observes that many people she meets feel the need to look out for her, but she doesn't understand what danger or problem they're worried about. It seems like these people think she needs their help or protection, even though she doesn't see any big problem herself. This could be because they believe she’s weaker or less capable, when in reality she’s doing just fine on her own. Imagine a young adult whose parents always worry about them and try to give advice about everything, from making friends to handling money. The parents might think their child cannot manage without their help, but the young adult might feel confident and independent. While it's nice to know people care, constantly treating the child like they're in trouble can be frustrating. People can apply this idea in their lives by recognizing that while it's good to care about others, they should also trust in their abilities. Offering support is kind, but it's also important to respect others' independence and strengths. Instead of assuming someone needs help, it's better to ask and listen to what they really need.