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“There is usually less romance in marriage than in any other relationship of life. But the general idea concerning marriage is that it is all or nearly all romance.” quote by Alice Moore Hubbard
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“There is usually less romance in marriage than in any other relationship of life. But the general idea concerning marriage is that it is all or nearly all romance.”

Alice Moore Hubbard

About This Quote

Source Lecture: New Thought movement, 1912

Marriage is often idealized as wholly romantic, yet reality is less passionate.

In simple terms: Marriage isn’t always romantic.

Key Takeaway

Adjust expectations in marriage.

Themes

marriage realism expectations

Mood

thoughtful pragmatic

Type

advice philosophical

When to use this quote

  • marriage counseling
  • family planning
  • relationship education

Key Concepts

Sociology relationship theory

Questions to Reflect On

  • How to balance romance and reality?
  • What expectations are realistic?
A Different Perspective

Idealism can cause disappointment.

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