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Happiness Quote by Adolf Guggenbhuhl-Craig

“As soon as we confront concrete marriages with other foreign images-such as well-being, happiness, a home for children-marriage appears to be senseless, withered, moribund, and kept alive largely by a great apparatus of psychologists and marriage counselors. Marriage is dead. Long live marriage!” quote by Adolf Guggenbhuhl-Craig
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““As soon as we confront concrete marriages with other foreign images-such as well-being, happiness, a home for children-marriage appears to be senseless, withered, moribund, and kept alive largely by a great apparatus of psychologists and marriage counselors. Marriage is dead. Long live marriage!””

Adolf Guggenbhuhl-Craig

About This Quote

Source Essay: Marriage and Modern Society, 2015

Marriage is portrayed as a social construct maintained by professionals, suggesting its relevance is questioned in contemporary life.

In simple terms: Marriage feels outdated, kept alive by experts.

Key Takeaway

Recognize social institutions' hidden support systems.

Themes

marriage societal structures psychology culture

Mood

critical reflective

Type

analytical philosophical

When to use this quote

  • relationship counseling
  • family planning
  • cultural analysis
  • policy making

Key Concepts

social construct institutional critique modernity

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you define marriage beyond societal expectations?
  • What role should professionals play in personal relationships?
A Different Perspective

It may overlook personal fulfillment beyond institutional expectations.

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