Able Quote by Joseph Epstein
“The pleasure of jogging and running is rather like that of wearing a fur coat in Texas in August: the true joy comes in being able to take the damn thing off.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: The New Yorker, “The Joy of Running”, 1995
Running feels uncomfortable like a heavy coat in summer; relief comes when you stop.
In simple terms: Running is uncomfortable but stopping brings relief.
Key Takeaway
Accept discomfort, then quit when it’s too much.
Themes
comfort
relief
exercise
Mood
reflective
humorous
Type
observational
humorous
When to use this quote
- marathon training
- daily jogs
- heat waves
- overtraining
Key Concepts
psychology
body awareness
Questions to Reflect On
- When do you choose to stop versus push through?
- How does discomfort signal growth?
A Different Perspective
Relief is temporary; the habit may persist.
