Marriage Quote by Anne Brontë
““Helen,' said she, after a thoughtful silence, 'do you ever think about marriage?' 'Yes, aunt, often.' 'And do you ever contemplate the possibility of being married yourself, or engaged, before the season is over?' 'Sometimes; but I don't think it at all likely that I ever shall.' 'Why so?' 'Because, I imagine, there must be only a very, very few men in the world that I should like to marry; and of those few, it is ten to one I may never be acquainted with one; or if I should, it is twenty to one he may not happen to be single, or to take a fancy to me.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Tenant of Wildfell Hall, 1848
She doubts finding a suitable partner due to perceived scarcity of compatible men, reflecting fear of limited options and idealistic standards.
In simple terms: She feels few men meet her ideal, so marriage seems unlikely.
Key Takeaway
Reevaluate expectations and broaden perspective on relationships.
Themes
love
marriage
expectations
fear
idealism
Mood
thoughtful
hopeful
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- dating
- friendship
- family discussions
- personal growth
Key Concepts
social norms
psychology
romantic ideals
self‑reflection
Questions to Reflect On
- What qualities truly matter in a partner?
- How might expanding your social circle change expectations?
A Different Perspective
Idealistic standards may prevent meaningful connections.
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