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“A defeatist attitude kills almost as many marriages as do affairs.” quote by Gary L. Thomas
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“A defeatist attitude kills almost as many marriages as do affairs.”

Gary L. Thomas

About This Quote

Source Book: The Art of Marriage, 2005

A defeatist mindset undermines relationships as much as infidelity does.

In simple terms: Negativity harms marriages.

Key Takeaway

Avoid defeatist thinking.

Themes

relationships mindset trust

Mood

thoughtful encouraging

Type

cautionary motivational

When to use this quote

  • Couples therapy
  • personal development
  • marriage counseling

Key Concepts

Psychology of relationships self‑fulfilling prophecy

Questions to Reflect On

  • What beliefs weaken your partnership?
  • How can optimism strengthen it?
A Different Perspective

Not all marriages suffer from negativity.

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