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“O casamento é a pior ou a melhor coisa do mundo; pura questão de temperamento.” quote by Machado de Assis
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““O casamento é a pior ou a melhor coisa do mundo; pura questão de temperamento.””

Machado de Assis

About This Quote

Source Novel: Dom Casmurro, 1899

Marriage can be either the worst or the best thing, depending on temperament; personal disposition determines its success or failure.

In simple terms: Marriage quality depends on personality.

Key Takeaway

Know your temperament before committing.

Themes

relationships personality marriage

Mood

thoughtful introspective

Type

philosophical advisory

When to use this quote

  • courtship
  • long-term partnership
  • conflict resolution
  • family planning

Key Concepts

compatibility emotional intelligence

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does temperament influence marital satisfaction?
  • What traits foster a healthy marriage?
A Different Perspective

Ignoring temperament can lead to mismatched expectations.

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