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A woman of feeling does not easily give way. You may call…

“A woman of feeling does not easily give way. You may call it pride, or tenacity, call it what you will. In spite of all the evidence to the contrary, their emotions are more primitive than ours. They hold to the thing they want, and never surrender. We have our wars and battles, Mr. Ashey. But…” quote by Daphne du Maurier
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““A woman of feeling does not easily give way. You may call it pride, or tenacity, call it what you will. In spite of all the evidence to the contrary, their emotions are more primitive than ours. They hold to the thing they want, and never surrender. We have our wars and battles, Mr. Ashey. But women can fight too.””

Daphne du Maurier

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Women’s emotional resolve can be as fierce as physical combat, persisting despite contrary evidence.

In simple terms: Women can be stubborn and strong.

Key Takeaway

Recognize and respect women’s tenacity.

Themes

gender strength emotions conflict

Mood

determined defiant

Type

literary inspirational

When to use this quote

  • relationships
  • workplace negotiations
  • personal boundaries
  • advocacy

Key Concepts

psychology feminism resilience

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does emotional tenacity help or hinder you?
  • When is stubbornness counterproductive?
A Different Perspective

May overlook rational discourse in favor of emotional stubbornness.

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