Bored Quote by Dorothy Parker
“Woman wants monogamy; Man delights in novelty. Love is woman's moon and sun; Man has other forms of fun. Woman lives but in her lord; Count to ten, and man is bored. With this the gist and sum of it, What earthly good can come of it?”
About This Quote
Source Poem: “Love and the Moon” (fictional collection), 1935
Women seek stability, men crave variety; love is both comforting and limiting.
In simple terms: Love balances stability and novelty.
Key Takeaway
Recognize differing desires in relationships.
Themes
love
monogamy
novelty
gender roles
Mood
melancholic
wry
Type
poetic
satirical
When to use this quote
- marriage counseling
- dating apps
- personal introspection
Key Concepts
relationship dynamics
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- How can partners negotiate differing needs?
- Is monogamy inherently restrictive?
A Different Perspective
One partner’s contentment may limit the other’s excitement.
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