Marriage Quote by Kate Chopin
““I couldn't help loving you if you were ten times his wife; but so long as I went away from you and kept away I could help telling you so.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Awakening, Kate Chopin, 1899
A lover struggles with desire and moral restraint, choosing distance to protect both parties.
In simple terms: Love conflicted by duty; distance as protection.
Key Takeaway
Respect boundaries when love threatens ethics.
Themes
love
morality
self‑control
Mood
conflicted
reflective
Type
literary
emotional
When to use this quote
- romantic relationships
- family obligations
- personal integrity
Key Concepts
ethical dilemma
emotional conflict
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance desire and responsibility?
- When is distance the healthiest choice?
A Different Perspective
May suppress genuine feelings, leading to regret.
![“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)
