Marriage Quote by Ellen Baker
““Take an interest in his appearance. Keeping his clothes in order is your job; encouraging him to look his best, and admiring him when he does, should be your pleasure. —“Making Marriage Work,” Ladies’ Home Journal, January 1950””
About This Quote
Emphasizes the partner’s role in maintaining a spouse’s self‑esteem through attentive grooming and affirmation, viewing it as a shared responsibility rather than a chore.
In simple terms: Supportive grooming boosts relational satisfaction.
Key Takeaway
Attention to appearance nurtures love.
Themes
Intimacy
Self‑esteem
Gender roles
Domestic partnership
Mood
Warm
Nurturing
Type
Advice
Observation
When to use this quote
- Wedding counseling
- Long‑term marriage
- Daily routines
- Spouse encouragement
Key Concepts
Appearance care
Emotional validation
Mutual responsibility
Practical Applications
- Couples therapy
- Relationship coaching
Questions to Reflect On
- How does appearance affect emotional closeness?
- What boundaries ensure admiration stays genuine?
![“I don't like being away from home. That's one reason why I don't work as much as I used to [when I started my career], because so many things are on the road. I just don't want to be away from my husband, my dogs and my home. I don't sing that much any more because that also takes you on the road.” quote by Jane Powell](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/07c/jane-powell-36243_away_i-don-t-like-being-away-from-home-that-s_278.jpg)
