Appetite Quote by Isaac Asimov
““The thanks of a weak one are but of little value," he muttered, "but you have them, for truly, in this past week, little but scraps have come my way- and for all my body is small, yet is my appetite unseemly great.””
About This Quote
Source Short story: “The Last Question”, 1956
A weak person’s thanks are small, yet the speaker’s appetite for them is great despite scarcity.
In simple terms: Weak thanks are few, but the speaker craves them.
Key Takeaway
Value even modest gratitude.
Themes
gratitude
need
weakness
desire
scarcity
Mood
hopeful
introspective
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- relationships
- leadership
- personal growth
- motivation
Key Concepts
human longing
psychology of appreciation
social exchange
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do we cling to small affirmations?
- How can we balance need with self-sufficiency?
A Different Perspective
Overemphasis on gratitude may ignore deeper issues.
