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Divorce Quote by Lucille Ball

“I hate failure and that divorce was a Number One failure in my eyes. It was the worst period of my life. Neither Desi nor I have been the same since, physically or mentally.” quote by Lucille Ball
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“I hate failure and that divorce was a Number One failure in my eyes. It was the worst period of my life. Neither Desi nor I have been the same since, physically or mentally.”

Lucille Ball

About This Quote

Source Interview: Lucille Ball on personal failure, 1978

Divorce felt like a major failure, deeply affecting her physically and mentally.

In simple terms: Divorce was a painful personal failure.

Key Takeaway

Acknowledge pain and seek growth after loss.

Themes

personal loss mental health resilience

Mood

reflective empathetic

Type

personal inspirational

When to use this quote

  • therapy
  • support groups
  • creative outlets

Key Concepts

grief processing self‑care

Questions to Reflect On

  • What lessons did she learn?
  • How can you transform personal setbacks?
A Different Perspective

Failure can also be a catalyst for change.

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