Food Quote by Elizabeth von Arnim
““Fortunately, though she was hungry, she didn't mind missing a meal. Life was full of meals. They took up an enormous proportion of one's time.””
About This Quote
Source Short story: “The Little White Bird”, 1905
Even when hungry, she accepts missing meals, seeing meals as abundant and time-consuming.
In simple terms: She tolerates hunger because meals dominate life.
Key Takeaway
Recognize when pursuits consume too much time.
Themes
time
priorities
contentment
Mood
contemplative
calm
Type
philosophical
reflective
When to use this quote
- daily routines
- diet planning
- work-life balance
Key Concepts
minimalism
resource allocation
Questions to Reflect On
- What activities dominate your time?
- How can you reclaim time from them?
A Different Perspective
If meals are essential, missing them may be harmful.
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