Five Quote by Charles Lamb
“May be the truth is, that one pipe is wholesome, two pipes toothsome, three pipes noisome, four pipes fulsome, five pipes quarrelsome; and that's the some on't.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Essays of Elia, 1823
Excessive abundance leads to negative qualities; moderation is key.
In simple terms: Too much becomes bad.
Practice moderation in consumption.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- dietary habits
- financial spending
- media consumption
- social interactions
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- When does abundance become harmful?
- How can you measure moderation?
Hard to gauge “enough”.