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My second wife - I was still young then - she left me, and…

“My second wife - I was still young then - she left me, and I made the mistake of winning her back. It took me years to lose her again after that. She was a good woman. It is not easy to lose a good woman. If one must marry it is better to marry a bad woman.” quote by Graham Greene
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““My second wife - I was still young then - she left me, and I made the mistake of winning her back. It took me years to lose her again after that. She was a good woman. It is not easy to lose a good woman. If one must marry it is better to marry a bad woman.””

Graham Greene

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Marrying a less suitable partner may be preferable to losing a good one; love is complex and painful.

In simple terms: Choosing a bad partner can be easier than losing a good one.

Key Takeaway

Consider long‑term compatibility.

Themes

love relationships choice loss compatibility

Mood

cautious reflective

Type

personal philosophical

When to use this quote

  • dating
  • relationship counseling
  • personal reflection

Key Concepts

marriage dynamics emotional risk self‑preservation

Questions to Reflect On

  • What makes a partner "good" or "bad"?
  • Can you avoid loss without compromising values?
A Different Perspective

Choosing a "bad" partner can lead to further unhappiness.

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