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“In marriage you are not sacrificing yourself to the other person. You are sacrificing yourself to the relationship.” quote by Joseph Campbell
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“In marriage you are not sacrificing yourself to the other person. You are sacrificing yourself to the relationship.”

Joseph Campbell

About This Quote

Source Speech: Interview on Marriage, 1970s

Marriage requires personal sacrifice for the partnership, not self‑annihilation.

In simple terms: You give yourself to the relationship, not lose yourself.

Key Takeaway

Prioritize the health of the partnership.

Themes

relationships self‑sacrifice partnership

Mood

reflective thoughtful

Type

advice philosophical

When to use this quote

  • marriage counseling
  • relationship building
  • conflict resolution

Key Concepts

commitment interdependence

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you balance personal identity with partnership?
  • What boundaries protect both partners?
A Different Perspective

May neglect personal needs, leading to resentment.

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