Quote by Mignon McLaughlin

If you made a list of reasons why any couple got married, and another list of the reasons for their divorce, you'd have a hell of a lot of overlapping.

If you made a list of reasons why any couple got married, an

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This quote suggests that there are often common reasons behind both the decision to marry and the decision to divorce. It implies that couples may initially get married for similar reasons such as love, compatibility, or shared values. However, as they go through the journey of marriage, these reasons may also contribute to the eventual breakdown of the relationship, leading to divorce. It highlights the complexity and interconnectedness of human relationships, emphasizing the potential overlap between the factors that bring people together and those that tear them apart.

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