Quote by Candace Bushnell

My parents had a great marriage. Interestingly, it made it harder for me in relationships because I knew what a good relationship looked like.

My parents had a great marriage. Interestingly, it made it h

Summary

This quote reflects how having parents who had a successful and fulfilling marriage can impact an individual in their own relationships. The speaker highlights that witnessing their parents' strong bond created high expectations and standards for future relationships. This, in turn, made it more challenging for the speaker to settle for anything less than what they had seen growing up. The quote suggests that having a positive example of a healthy relationship can both inspire and raise the bar for one's own romantic experiences.

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