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“Those who have been too long at their labor, who have drunk too long at the cup of voluptuousness, who feel they have become temporarily inhumane, who are tormented by their families, who find life sad and love ephemeral…they should all eat chocolate and they will be comforted.” quote by Jean Anthelme Brillat-Savarin
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“Those who have been too long at their labor, who have drunk too long at the cup of voluptuousness, who feel they have become temporarily inhumane, who are tormented by their families, who find life sad and love ephemeral…they should all eat chocolate and they will be comforted.”

Jean Anthelme Brillat-Savarin

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Excessive work and indulgence lead to despair; simple pleasure like chocolate can bring comfort.

In simple terms: Hard work and excess cause sadness; chocolate soothes.

Key Takeaway

Seek simple comforts in hardship.

Themes

comfort indulgence despair solace

Mood

reflective comforting

Type

advice philosophical

When to use this quote

  • stressful work
  • family conflict
  • loneliness
  • depression

Key Concepts

hedonism psychology coping

Questions to Reflect On

  • What deeper needs does chocolate mask?
  • How can lasting comfort be found?
A Different Perspective

Chocolate offers temporary relief but not lasting solutions.

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