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“When once married people begin to attack me with, 'Oh! you will think very differently, when you are married,' I can only say, 'No I shall not'; and then they say again, 'Yes you will,' and there is an end to it.” quote by Jane Austen
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“When once married people begin to attack me with, 'Oh! you will think very differently, when you are married,' I can only say, 'No I shall not'; and then they say again, 'Yes you will,' and there is an end to it.”

Jane Austen

About This Quote

The speaker resists the claim that marriage will fundamentally change their perspective, asserting personal consistency despite social pressure.

In simple terms: Resisting presumed change after marriage

Key Takeaway

Stay true to yourself

Themes

individualism social pressure marriage expectations identity skepticism

Mood

defiant reflective

Type

aphorism dialogue

When to use this quote

  • discussing life changes
  • defending personal views
  • conversing with newlyweds

Key Concepts

personal autonomy social norms

Practical Applications

  • personal counseling
  • relationship workshops

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you know when a change is genuine?
  • What influences our self‑perception after major life events?
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