Quote by Christopher Hampton

I think there's something degrading about having a husband for a rival. It's humiliating if you fail and commonplace if you succeed.

I think there's something degrading about having a husband f

Summary

This quote expresses the belief that having a spouse as a rival is demeaning. It suggests that when a husband is seen as a competitor, it can be degrading because if one fails, it reflects poorly on their abilities or status. On the other hand, if one succeeds, it may not be seen as exceptional, as it is expected and perceived as commonplace. Overall, the quote highlights the negative implications of viewing one's partner as a rival, where both success and failure can be damaging to one's self-worth.

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Marriage

By Christopher Hampton

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