And love Quote by Erica Jong
“Feminism is really the right of women to be full human beings and to not be defined only by their childbearing function. Feminism is really the right of women to be human beings. That's it, yet that's so frightening to a lot of people. A full human being wants satisfying work and love. A full human being is entitled to both, and is not simply defined by only one aspect of her being.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Feminist Perspectives, 1990
Feminism asserts women’s right to be whole persons, not limited to motherhood, seeking fulfillment in work and love.
In simple terms: Women deserve full humanity beyond childbearing.
Support women’s full humanity.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- career development
- family planning
- social activism
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What defines a full human life?
- How can society better support women’s choices?
Balancing work and family can be challenging.