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“Yes, as a people we are spoiled. We look for dinners that take two minutes to cook in our microwave instead of five, and we audibly sigh if the directions on the box require us to stir at the halfway point. Aw, I gotta stir? See what else is in the freezer.” quote by Martha Bolton
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“Yes, as a people we are spoiled. We look for dinners that take two minutes to cook in our microwave instead of five, and we audibly sigh if the directions on the box require us to stir at the halfway point. Aw, I gotta stir? See what else is in the freezer.”

Martha Bolton

About This Quote

Source Essay: Unknown, social commentary

Modern convenience breeds impatience and a lack of appreciation for effort

In simple terms: Convenience reduces patience for effort

Key Takeaway

Practice patience and appreciate process

Themes

culture technology patience

Mood

observant contemplative

Type

social reflective

When to use this quote

  • cooking
  • daily routines
  • parenting

Key Concepts

consumerism mindfulness

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does technology affect our tolerance for delay?
  • What habits can restore patience?
A Different Perspective

Convenience can also free time for creativity

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