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Angel Quote by August Strindberg

“It is terribly hard to be married, harder than anything. I think one has to be an angel.” quote by August Strindberg
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“It is terribly hard to be married, harder than anything. I think one has to be an angel.”

August Strindberg

About This Quote

Source Play: The Father, August Strindberg, 1887

Marriage demands extraordinary patience and selflessness, likened to an angelic ideal.

In simple terms: Marriage is extremely demanding.

Key Takeaway

Approach partnership with humility.

Themes

marriage challenge selflessness

Mood

somber reflective

Type

dramatic philosophical

When to use this quote

  • family life
  • counseling
  • conflict resolution
  • personal growth

Key Concepts

existentialism gender roles

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does being an "angel" mean to you?
  • How can couples balance expectations?
A Different Perspective

Idealizing partners can create unrealistic expectations.

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