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Sydney J. Harris

Almost no one is foolish enough to imagine that he automatically deserves great success in any field of activity yet almost everyone believes that he automatically deserves success in marriage.

Sydney J. Harris

Marriage

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People generally understand that achieving success in work or other activities requires effort and skill, so they don’t expect it to happen without trying. However, when it comes to marriage, many assume they will have a successful relationship simply by being married, without recognizing the need for ongoing effort and commitment.

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