Quote by Shirley MacLaine

The best way to get husbands to do something is to suggest that perhaps they are too old to do it.

The best way to get husbands to do something is to suggest t

Summary

This quote suggests that one effective way to motivate husbands into action is by challenging their ego. By subtly implying that they may be too old to undertake a task, it taps into their desire to prove themselves and validate their masculinity. This can generate a sense of competitiveness and encourage husbands to take on the suggested challenge in order to defy the notion of being limited by age. The quote plays on the psychology of male pride and fosters action through a strategic use of reverse psychology.

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Marriage

By Shirley MacLaine

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