Drank Quote by Marcel Proust
“I drank a second mouthful in which I find nothing more than in the first, then a third which gives me rather less than the second. It is time to stop; the potion is losing its magic.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: In Search of Lost Time, 1913
Repeated attempts lose their charm; the novelty fades, signaling it’s time to stop.
In simple terms: Things become less exciting after many tries.
Key Takeaway
Know when to quit.
Themes
patience
disenchantment
repetition
limits
Mood
thoughtful
cautious
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- habits
- experiments
- relationships
- creative projects
Key Concepts
Diminishing returns
self‑regulation
Questions to Reflect On
- When is persistence more valuable than novelty?
- How do you gauge diminishing returns?
A Different Perspective
Stopping too early may miss breakthroughs.
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