Inspirational Quote by Bernard DeVoto
“You can no more keep a Martini in the refrigerator than you can keep a kiss there.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The River of Doubt by Bernard DeVoto, 1940
Attempting to preserve something delicate in an unsuitable environment is futile; the essence will change or disappear.
In simple terms: You can't keep a kiss in a fridge.
Key Takeaway
Accept natural limits.
Themes
impermanence
environment
preservation
Mood
reflective
wry
Type
aphor
moral
When to use this quote
- relationships
- food storage
- emotional expression
Key Concepts
entropy
contextual suitability
Questions to Reflect On
- What do you try to keep unchanged in an unsuitable place?
- How can you adapt expectations to reality?
A Different Perspective
Not all things belong in every setting.
