Control Quote by Katharine Hepburn
“When I’ve been unsuccessful, I’ve been controlled. When I’ve been successful, I’ve been in control.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: 1995 TV interview, Katharine Hepburn
Success gives agency; failure feels like being manipulated.
In simple terms: Success feels empowering; failure feels controlling.
Key Takeaway
Seek agency through effort.
Themes
control
success
agency
self‑efficacy
Mood
reflective
determined
Type
motivational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- career setbacks
- entrepreneurial ventures
- personal relationships
- health goals
Key Concepts
psychology
personal responsibility
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you define control in success?
- What external influences shape your sense of agency?
A Different Perspective
Control can be illusory; external factors matter.
