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“Marrying to increase love is like gaming to become rich; alas, you only lose what little stock you had before.” quote by William Wycherley
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“Marrying to increase love is like gaming to become rich; alas, you only lose what little stock you had before.”

William Wycherley

About This Quote

Treating love as a transactional goal, like gambling for wealth, leads to loss of the modest assets one already possesses.

In simple terms: Love as a gamble loses value

Key Takeaway

Transactional love depletes

Themes

love transactionality risk loss

Mood

cautionary reflective

Type

aphorism social commentary

When to use this quote

  • relationship counseling
  • financial advice
  • personal growth

Key Concepts

marriage gaming stock loss

Practical Applications

  • relationship education
  • self‑help literature

Questions to Reflect On

  • What are the dangers of treating love as a market transaction?
  • How can one protect emotional capital?
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