Control Quote by C. Vivian Stringer
““My father preached independence for women long before it was fashionable to do so. There was no way any of the Stoner girls was going to marry a man because she was looking to be taken care of; my father would have found that revolting. We had to be in control of our own lives.””
About This Quote
Source Interview: Oral History with C. Vivian Stringer, 2020
She emphasizes early feminist values, urging women to reject dependence on men and take charge of their lives.
In simple terms: Women should be self‑reliant and control their futures.
Key Takeaway
Choose independence over reliance.
Themes
feminism
self‑reliance
empowerment
Mood
determined
inspirational
Type
advice
personal narrative
When to use this quote
- career planning
- relationship choices
- financial independence
Key Concepts
gender roles
personal agency
family expectations
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you define independence?
- What barriers keep women from self‑control?
A Different Perspective
Societal pressure can still push women toward traditional dependence.
