Drink Quote by Jenny Lawson
““There were five full glasses of wine in front of me, but the wine teacher told us that we were not allowed to drink any of them until after we finished the lesson. I imagine this is how dogs feel when you put a biscuit on their nose and tell them not to eat it. Except I totally stole sips of the wine when the teacher wasn’t looking, because I’m really shitty at being an obedient dog.””
About This Quote
Source Interview: The New Yorker, 2018
Obedience can be subverted by desire, revealing human weakness and humor in breaking rules.
In simple terms: People often break rules for pleasure.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and manage impulses.
Themes
self‑control
humor
desire
Mood
playful
confessional
Type
humorous
personal
When to use this quote
- classroom settings
- social gatherings
- self‑discipline training
- habit formation
Key Concepts
psychology
behavioral economics
personal anecdote
Questions to Reflect On
- What rules do you struggle to follow?
- When does breaking a rule feel justified?
A Different Perspective
Self‑control is difficult and often compromised.
