Quote by Bob Phillips
“It is always dullest before the yawn.”
About This Quote
It suggests that anticipation often feels more tedious than the event itself.
In simple terms: Waiting feels longer than the thing you await.
Patience eases the dullness.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- waiting for meetings
- pre‑event anxiety
- long queues
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you notice the dullness before events?
- How can you make waiting more engaging?
The quote may exaggerate; not all waiting feels dull.