Calvin Roberson > Quotes

“Some have believed that when you are married, you can completely be yourself. That is the goal—eventually. But it takes time to get to that point of marital bliss where you don’t have to watch your words or you are free to discuss anything without limitations; where you don’t have to be concerned about your spouse being offended or offending you. This is only achieved through a great deal of time, failure, recovery, and trust. It’s not an easy thing, but no one ever said marriage was supposed to be easy. It’s supposed to be beneficial!”
― Calvin Roberson, Marriage Ain't for Punks: A No-Nonsense Guide to Building a Lasting Relationship

“If you plan to stay married and have a great happiness track record, you must completely do away with the unrealistic notion that things have to be equal. His desires do not have to match hers. Her boundaries may not be his boundaries,”
― Calvin Roberson, Marriage Ain't for Punks: A No-Nonsense Guide to Building a Lasting Relationship

“Love is an intellectual decision we make to fulfill another person’s legitimate need.”
― Calvin Roberson, Marriage Ain't for Punks: A No-Nonsense Guide to Building a Lasting Relationship

“I’ve learned that great marriages don’t begin until you’re ready to walk out the door.”
― Calvin Roberson, Marriage Ain't for Punks: A No-Nonsense Guide to Building a Lasting Relationship