Depends Quote by Jean de la Bruyere
“The majority of women have no principles of their own; they are guided by the heart, and depend for their own conduct, upon that of the men they love.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: "Les Caractères", 1688
Women often lack independent principles, relying on men's influence for moral direction.
In simple terms: Women may follow men's values instead of forming their own.
Key Takeaway
Encourage personal moral development.
Themes
gender
autonomy
principles
Mood
critical
empowering
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- education programs
- mentorship
- self‑reflection workshops
Key Concepts
feminism
psychology
social norms
Questions to Reflect On
- How can women cultivate independent values?
- What role do men play in supporting women's autonomy?
A Different Perspective
Cultural expectations can limit personal agency.
![“But where have [the Men] proved that we are not as capable of guarding ourselves from dangers, as they are of guarding us; had we the same power and advantages allowed us, which they have? (...) Are we safer under their conduct than our own? (...) There is scarce an instance in a million among…” quote by Lady Sophia Fermor](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/d54/lady-sophia-fermor-20567_18th-century_but-where-have-the-men-proved-that-we-ar_2276231.jpg)
![“The court is like a palace built of marble; I mean that it is made up of very hard but very polished people. [Fr., La cour est comme un edifice bati de marbre; je veux dire qu'elle est composee d'hommes fort durs mais fort polis.]” quote by Jean de la Bruyere](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/fcf/jean-de-la-bruyere-575_built_the-court-is-like-a-palace-built-of-marb_77288.jpg)
