Quote by Erica Jong

In a bad marriage, friends are the invisible glue. If we have enough friends, we may go on for years, intending to leave, talking about leaving - instead of actually getting up and leaving.

In a bad marriage, friends are the invisible glue. If we hav

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This quote suggests that in an unhappy marriage, close friends serve as a vital support system. Having a strong network of friends can enable individuals to remain in a bad relationship for an extended period of time, even though they may contemplate or discuss leaving. Friends play an important role by providing emotional solidarity and potentially influencing decisions about the future of the marriage. They act as the unspoken adhesive, holding individuals together and preventing them from taking action to end the relationship.

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