During adolescence, activism provides an outlet for ideas, visions, and concerns about societal issues as teens stake their claim in society. Girls often engage in activism as they begin to form their independent identities and explore their communities. However, the extent of parental influence on activist engagement is unclear, as gendered differences exist in how parents interact with youth activism. In this study, we explore how women, as they move away from their teenage years, recollect parental influence on their journeys as activists and the impact of their work on their relationships with parents. Using phenomenological inquiry and bracketing of the data, we examine the pivotal memories of teen activists and how they contributed to activists' agency and relationships. Uncovering how women perceive the effects of parental influences on their teen activism will provide insight into how girls navigate the challenges of independence, activism, and family during formative teenage years.