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“If we women were particular about men's characters, we should never get married at all.” quote by George Bernard Shaw
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“If we women were particular about men's characters, we should never get married at all.”

George Bernard Shaw

About This Quote

Source Play: Man and Superman, George Bernard Shaw, 1903

If women judged men solely by character, marriage would be impossible.

In simple terms: Judging only character would prevent marriage.

Key Takeaway

Recognize realistic expectations.

Themes

marriage gender expectations relationships

Mood

skeptical reflective

Type

philosophical critical

When to use this quote

  • dating
  • partner selection
  • marital counseling

Key Concepts

social critique feminism human nature

Questions to Reflect On

  • What qualities truly matter in a partner?
  • Can character and compatibility coexist?
A Different Perspective

Idealizing character ignores practical compatibility.

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