Connotation Quote by Laura Kightlinger
“Women can really be who they are. I'm about to say the F word, feminist. Often that word has such a negative connotation.”
About This Quote
Source Stand-up Comedy Routine, 2015
She reclaims “feminist” from negativity, asserting authenticity and empowerment.
In simple terms: Being a feminist can be positive.
Key Takeaway
Own the label, challenge stigma.
Themes
identity
empowerment
language
Mood
defiant
confident
Type
social
political
When to use this quote
- public speaking
- social activism
- personal branding
Key Concepts
feminism
social perception
Questions to Reflect On
- How does language shape perception?
- Can you redefine other stigmatized words?
A Different Perspective
Reclaiming terms may face backlash.
![“The word 'feminist' is a word that discriminates, and I'm not into that. I don't think there has to be a separation in life in anything. [...] Labels are for other people to understand us, so for me, I know how I feel and I don't need to call myself a 'feminist' or 'not a feminist' because I know…” quote by Shailene Woodley](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/a84/shailene-woodley-4258_feels_the-word-feminist-is-a-word-that-discrim_1743104.jpg)
![“[On living in New York City:] I'm oblivious to everything. I just don't notice anything. I sat in a coffee shop, drank half a cup of coffee before I noticed there was lipstick on the cup. There was wadded-up gum and lipstick on the napkin. I must have been sitting on that woman's lap for an hour.” quote by Laura Kightlinger](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/f87/laura-kightlinger-24538_cities_on-living-in-new-york-city-i-m-oblivious_55113.jpg)
