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“I would like to think that monogamy works: that once you make that vow, that decision in your life to stay committed, you actually get to keep that promise; you get to keep that commitment. I think that once you start to lose that, once you start to wonder, even emotionally - especially…” quote by Jonathan Silverman
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“I would like to think that monogamy works: that once you make that vow, that decision in your life to stay committed, you actually get to keep that promise; you get to keep that commitment. I think that once you start to lose that, once you start to wonder, even emotionally - especially emotionally - your relationship is bound to get lost.”

Jonathan Silverman

About This Quote

Source Interview: The Tonight Show with Johnny Carson, 1985

Monogamy requires ongoing commitment; doubt erodes the bond and can lead to loss.

In simple terms: Commitment must be maintained.

Key Takeaway

Nurture trust and address doubts early.

Themes

relationships commitment trust

Mood

thoughtful hopeful

Type

advice philosophical

When to use this quote

  • marriage
  • long‑term partnership
  • friendships

Key Concepts

psychology marriage counseling

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you keep a relationship resilient?
  • What signs show commitment is weakening?
A Different Perspective

Doubt can become self‑fulfilling if unaddressed.

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