Christian-fiction Quote by Geoffrey Wood
““Consumerism, the new black. I want my burger my way. Shaken not stirred. Sauce on the side and rare but not rare rare. Venti, two-pump, sugar-free vanilla, non-fat, two Splenda, extra-hot, extra-whip, extra-mocha Mocha and can you put the Splenda in before you pour the milk? (See, this is where it gets positively delicious!) Under the auspices of that wonderful word Consumerism, not only is this not seen as overly demanding, it’s positively encouraged by everyone.””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Stand-up comedy routine, Geoffrey Wood, 2015
The quote satirizes how consumer culture turns personal preferences into demanding specifications, treating customization as a status symbol.
In simple terms: Consumerism makes demanding customization seem normal.
Key Takeaway
Embrace simplicity over endless customization.
Themes
consumerism
customization
satire
Mood
irry
critical
observational
Type
humorous
satirical
commentary
When to use this quote
- ordering coffee
- fast food
- online shopping
- personal branding
- marketing strategies
Key Concepts
social commentary
identity
status
choice
Questions to Reflect On
- How does personalization affect your satisfaction?
- Are you choosing for taste or for status?
A Different Perspective
Excessive customization can lead to decision fatigue and environmental waste.
![“Most of [her ashes] fell into the river in a long gray curtain. But some was caught by the wind and blown upward toward the blue spring sky where it swirled a moment in the air, before dissolving into sunlight.” quote by Kimberly Cutter](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/3df/kimberly-cutter-68038_ashes_most-of-her-ashes-fell-into-the-river-in_75347.jpg)
