Marriage Quote by Jeffrey Eugenides
““It might not even be that great to marry your ideal. Probably, once you attained your ideal, you got bored and wanted another.””
About This Quote
Idealizing a partner may lead to boredom once the ideal is reached, prompting a desire for something new.
In simple terms: Ideal love can become stale.
Key Takeaway
Seek growth, not perfection.
Themes
love
idealization
relationship fatigue
novelty
expectations
Mood
thoughtful
melancholic
curious
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- marriage
- long‑term partnership
- personal growth
- relationship counseling
Key Concepts
psychology
attachment theory
self‑discovery
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “ideal” truly mean to you?
- Can you find excitement without changing partners?
A Different Perspective
Idealization can mask underlying incompatibilities.
![“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)
