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“I want to die on my own terms.” quote by Brittany Maynard
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“I want to die on my own terms.”

Brittany Maynard

About This Quote

Source Speech: Public statement before death, 2014

She asserts the right to control the circumstances of one's own death, emphasizing autonomy over end‑of‑life decisions.

In simple terms: Control your own death.

Key Takeaway

Choose your own ending.

Themes

autonomy death personal agency

Mood

determined defiant

Type

personal political

When to use this quote

  • terminal illness
  • advanced directives
  • end‑of‑life planning

Key Concepts

bioethics right to die self‑determination

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does dying on your own terms mean to you?
  • How can society respect such choices?
A Different Perspective

Legal and social barriers may limit true autonomy.

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