Change Quote by H. Jackson Brown, Jr
“Never marry someone in hope that they'll change later.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Life's Little Instruction Book, 1990
Avoid marrying with the expectation that a partner will change; focus on acceptance of who they are now.
In simple terms: Don’t marry hoping they’ll change.
Choose partners for who they are.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- dating
- marriage counseling
- long‑term partnership
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Are you willing to accept your partner as they are?
- What signs indicate a partner is unlikely to change?
People can change, but relying on it is risky.