Marriage is neither heaven nor hell, it is simply purgatory.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Marriage is a neutral state that requires ongoing work and compromise.
- In plain terms
- Being married is neither perfect nor terrible, just something you work through.
- What can you take from it?
- Expect marriage to require effort, not perfection.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What expectations do you have about marriage?
- How do you handle compromise?
Another view
Some marriages can be deeply fulfilling without struggle.
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