--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: And I say, 'Hey, Lama, hey, how about a…" description: "\"And I say, 'Hey, Lama, hey, how about a little something, you know, for the effort, you know.' And he says, 'Oh, uh, there won't be any money. But when..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/6c9/bill-murray-1709_consciousness_and-i-say-hey-lama-hey-how-about-a-littl_2483361.jpg" --- # And I say, 'Hey, Lama, hey, how about a little something… ![“And I say, 'Hey, Lama, hey, how about a little something, you know, for the effort, you know.' And he says, 'Oh, uh, there won't be any money. But when you die, on your deathbed, you will receive total consciousness.' So I got that goin' for me, which is nice.” quote by Bill Murray](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/6c9/bill-murray-1709_consciousness_and-i-say-hey-lama-hey-how-about-a-littl_2483361.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/6c9/bill-murray-1709_consciousness_and-i-say-hey-lama-hey-how-about-a-littl_2483361.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/6c9/bill-murray-1709_consciousness_and-i-say-hey-lama-hey-how-about-a-littl_2483361.jpg) > “And I say, 'Hey, Lama, hey, how about a little something, you know, for the effort, you know.' And he says, 'Oh, uh, there won't be any money. But when you die, on your deathbed, you will receive total consciousness.' So I got that goin' for me, which is nice.” [Bill Murray](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/bill-murray/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. A promise of posthumous consciousness is offered in exchange for effort, highlighting absurdity of reward systems. **In simple terms:** Offers absurd rewards for effort. Key Takeaway Question the value of promised rewards. Themes humor absurdity reward systems Mood playful thoughtful Type philosophical humorous When to use this quote - workplace incentives - creative projects - charitable donations - personal goals Key Concepts philosophy existentialism economics Questions to Reflect On - What motivates you beyond promised rewards? - Do you value effort for its own sake? 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