Bigs Quote by Gloria Steinem
“The phenomenon of the woman who's asked what movie she wants to see, and she says, "I don't know. What do you want to see?" It's a tiny version of a big tendency. Women need to say, "This is what I want."”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Women’s Media Project, 2015
Women often defer to others’ preferences, revealing a broader pattern of self‑silencing; asserting one’s own choice counters this.
In simple terms: Women should voice their own preferences.
Key Takeaway
Speak up about what you truly want.
Themes
gender equality
assertiveness
communication
Mood
empowering
critical
Type
social
motivational
When to use this quote
- dating
- movie selection
- workplace decisions
- friend group planning
Key Concepts
social conditioning
choice
agency
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you encourage others to express preferences?
- What barriers stop you from stating your desires?
A Different Perspective
Risk of appearing selfish or dismissive.
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