Quote by Helen Rowland

Marriage is the operation by which a woman's vanity and a man's egotism are extracted without an anaesthetic.

Marriage is the operation by which a woman's vanity and a ma

Summary

This quote humorously suggests that marriage is a process that exposes both a woman's vanity and a man's egotism, and does so in a somewhat painful way, likening it to an operation without anesthesia. It implies that within the institution of marriage, individuals are pushed to confront and let go of their self-centered tendencies, as they are brought face to face with the realities of compromise, selflessness, and shared responsibilities. Ultimately, it highlights the transformative and challenging nature of marriage as it requires individuals to transcend their egos for the sake of a harmonious partnership.

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Marriage

By Helen Rowland

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