"I have a theory that the secret of marital happiness is simple: drink in different pubs to your other half"
- Jilly Cooper
About this Quote
In this quote, Jilly Cooper suggests that the key to a happy marriage is to hang out apart from your spouse. She uses the metaphor of "drinking in different clubs" to represent the idea of having separate experiences and interests. By doing so, couples can avoid ending up being too depending on each other and keep a sense of uniqueness. This can cause a much healthier and more well balanced relationship. Cooper's theory challenges the traditional idea of investing all your time with your partner and highlights the value of preserving a sense of self within a marriage.
"The man who makes everything that leads to happiness depends upon himself, and not upon other men, has adopted the very best plan for living happily. This is the man of moderation, the man of manly character and of wisdom"
