Marriage Quote by Hugh Howey
““The first sign that something is wrong is Andrew’s wife running to us, shaking and crying.””
About This Quote
The quote humorously notes that a spouse’s distress is an early warning sign of trouble, implying that emotional cues signal deeper problems.
In simple terms: A partner’s distress signals trouble.
Key Takeaway
Pay attention to emotional cues.
Themes
relationships
warning signs
communication
Mood
reflective
cautionary
Type
observational
relational
When to use this quote
- marriage counseling
- stress management
- relationship building
Key Concepts
emotional intelligence
conflict resolution
family dynamics
Questions to Reflect On
- What signs do you notice in relationships?
- How can you respond constructively to distress?
A Different Perspective
Emotional reactions can be misinterpreted without context.
![“The only thing is that ordinarily when I do dance with [women] they think I am suddenly going to throw them over a table or twist them all around. All I want to do is one-two, one-two-three - a simple fox trot. But they're shaking with anticipation at the thought that I'm about to whip them around…” quote by Gene Kelly](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/073/gene-kelly-11878_anticipation_the-only-thing-is-that-ordinarily-when-i_44100.jpg)
![“You can't believe any picture nowadays, if it's digital. You can't really believe. If you see me shaking hands with Mr. [Barack] Obama, it doesn't mean I ever met him, does it?” quote by David Hockney](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/26e/david-hockney-1395_barack_you-can-t-believe-any-picture-nowadays-i_36556.jpg)
![“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)
