Because Quote by Doris Lessing
“I got married and I had children because of the Second World War, as all of us did, exclaiming, 'Oh, no, we are never going to bring a child into this wicked world,' but we had children by the dozen and got married.”
About This Quote
Source Autobiography: The Golden Notebook, Doris Lessing, 1962
War‑induced social pressures led many to conform to traditional family roles despite personal doubts.
In simple terms: War caused people to marry and have children despite reservations.
Key Takeaway
Recognize how external events shape personal choices.
Themes
conformity
family
war
social pressure
personal doubt
Mood
reflective
nostalgic
Type
historical
personal
When to use this quote
- post‑war marriage decisions
- parenting
- career planning
- social expectations
Key Concepts
sociology
psychology
history
Questions to Reflect On
- How did the war alter your life plans?
- Do you still feel the pressure to conform?
A Different Perspective
Individual agency can be suppressed by collective trauma.
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