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What does it mean?
She declares that marrying a doctor brought her lasting happiness.
In plain terms
Marrying a doctor made her very happy.
What can you take from it?
A supportive partner contributes to personal joy.

Where it applies

  • personal anecdotes
  • relationship advice

Putting it to work

  • value partner’s qualities
  • share gratitude

Questions to consider

  • What makes a marriage fulfilling?
  • Can happiness be independent of a partner?

Another view

Happiness also depends on many other factors.

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