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Coffee Quote by Martha Beck

“Almost all my middle-aged and elderly acquaintances, including me, feel about 25, unless we haven't had our coffee, in which case we feel 107.” quote by Martha Beck
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“Almost all my middle-aged and elderly acquaintances, including me, feel about 25, unless we haven't had our coffee, in which case we feel 107.”

Martha Beck

About This Quote

Source Book: Finding Your Own North Star, Martha Beck, 2005

People feel sluggish without coffee, but after caffeine they feel hyper‑energetic; humorously highlighting dependence on stimulants.

In simple terms: Coffee makes us feel either sluggish or hyper.

Key Takeaway

Mind caffeine’s impact on energy.

Themes

energy habit humor

Mood

lighthearted observational

Type

self‑help humorous

When to use this quote

  • morning routines
  • work productivity
  • health monitoring
  • dietary choices

Key Concepts

physiology psychology of caffeine

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does coffee affect your daily performance?
  • What alternatives boost energy healthily?
A Different Perspective

Excessive caffeine can cause anxiety or sleep issues.

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