Independence is often defined as freedom from an outside source of support or most times when a country gains political freedom from an outside control. Independence is an idea that many Americans have fought for in much of history. Independence is achieved through a variety of factors including the most important variable of time. An individual can become independent through your mind and the ability to care for yourself. Growing up I was taught admittedly to be independent and I often saw it from my mother. There are two parts to being independent. One is to be independent in your mind and the other is to be independent in a sense of supporting yourself without any help from anyone. How can a person truly be independent if that person does what the world thinks is right? The answer to that question is that no individual will be considered truly independent as long as that person follows everybody. To be fully independent is to rely solely on oneself, trusting yourself, and believing in yourself. The only true way to be independent is to make decisions based on you and not based on what society thinks.
My mother has been independent through my entire life, from the time I was younger I always saw her in this light. Her persona and the way she …show more content…
In 1848 the Declaration of Sentiments was led by multiple women. The main issue was that women were treated as poor and not given rights entitled to men. Many women joined organizations fighting and protesting for their rights. The chance to fight and earn independence for women started a momentous movement across America. Elizabeth Cady Stanton was one of these powerful woman during this time period. Through the many hours fighting for rights she wrote the Declaration of Sentiments, stating how both men and women are created equal and should be treated as such. This document is what helped began women 's process for independence and
My mother has been independent through my entire life, from the time I was younger I always saw her in this light. Her persona and the way she …show more content…
In 1848 the Declaration of Sentiments was led by multiple women. The main issue was that women were treated as poor and not given rights entitled to men. Many women joined organizations fighting and protesting for their rights. The chance to fight and earn independence for women started a momentous movement across America. Elizabeth Cady Stanton was one of these powerful woman during this time period. Through the many hours fighting for rights she wrote the Declaration of Sentiments, stating how both men and women are created equal and should be treated as such. This document is what helped began women 's process for independence and