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“Marriage is like a row boat: it fits two, it doesn't work on auto-pilot and it's very difficult to have sex in.” quote by Dana Gould
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“Marriage is like a row boat: it fits two, it doesn't work on auto-pilot and it's very difficult to have sex in.”

Dana Gould

About This Quote

Source Comedy routine: Stand‑up, 2010

Marriage requires active cooperation and cannot function without effort, likened humorously to a small boat needing two people and manual steering.

In simple terms: Marriage needs both partners to work together; it isn’t automatic.

Key Takeaway

Invest effort and communication.

Themes

relationships cooperation humor

Mood

lighthearted reflective

Type

comedic observational

When to use this quote

  • daily life
  • conflict resolution
  • relationship counseling

Key Concepts

partnership dynamics communication shared responsibility

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you keep a partnership balanced?
  • What role does humor play in relationships?
A Different Perspective

Humor may downplay serious challenges.

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