Bigs Quote by Ethel Smyth
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“I feel I must fight for [my music], because I want women to turn their minds to big and difficult jobs; not just to go on hugging the shore, afraid to put out to sea.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Women's Suffrage Rally, 1910
She urges women to pursue challenging careers rather than stay in safe, traditional roles.
In simple terms: Women should aim for ambitious work, not just comfort.
Key Takeaway
Encourage women to seek demanding professions.
Themes
gender equality
career ambition
social change
Mood
determined
inspirational
Type
advocacy
motivational
When to use this quote
- education
- career counseling
- policy advocacy
- media representation
Key Concepts
feminism
empowerment
role models
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we reshape cultural norms about women's work?
- What barriers keep women from " professions?
A Different Perspective
Societal expectations may limit opportunities despite encouragement.
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