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“A man marries one woman to escape from many others, and then chases many others to forget he's married to one.” quote by Helen Rowland
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“A man marries one woman to escape from many others, and then chases many others to forget he's married to one.”

Helen Rowland

About This Quote

Source Book: Modern Love Essays, 1915

She humorously notes that marriage can be both an escape from many relationships and a source of longing for others, revealing the paradox of commitment.

In simple terms: Marriage can feel like both escape and confinement.

Key Takeaway

Balance commitment with personal freedom.

Themes

relationships marriage paradox

Mood

wry insightful

Type

philosophical humorous

When to use this quote

  • marriage counseling
  • relationship workshops
  • personal journals

Key Concepts

commitment loneliness desire

Questions to Reflect On

  • Why do we seek escape within commitment?
  • Can commitment coexist with personal growth?
A Different Perspective

It overlooks the possibility of fulfilling monogamy.

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