Centipede Quote by Christopher Moore
““A centipede the size of a Pontiac had once lived in the bottom-right corner of the trunk but had long since moved on once he realized that no one was ever going to bother him, so he could stand up on his hind hundred feet, hiss like a pissed cat, and deliver a deadly bite to a naked foot.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Lamb: The Gospel According to Biff, Christ’s Childhood Pal, 2002
A fantastical centipede, once ignored, becomes a dangerous threat when it finally asserts itself.
In simple terms: Ignored beings can become dangerous when provoked.
Key Takeaway
Don’t ignore warning signs.
Themes
neglect
danger
assertion
humor
Mood
cautionary
darkly humorous
Type
fictional
satirical
When to use this quote
- workplace dynamics
- personal relationships
- environmental hazards
Key Concepts
mythical creatures
consequences of apathy
Questions to Reflect On
- What are you overlooking that could become a problem?
- How do you address ignored issues before they erupt?
A Different Perspective
Assumes all ignored entities become hostile, which isn’t always true.
