Drink Quote by Martin Amis
““I gestured at my litre of fizzy red wine. “Want a drop of this?” I asked him. No thanks. I try not to drink at lunchtime.” So do I. But I never quite make it.” I feel like shit all day if I drink at lunchtime.” Me too. But I feel like shit all lunchtime if I don’t.” Yes, well it all comes down to choices, doesn’t it?” he said. “It’s the same in the evenings. Do you want to feel good at night or do you want to feel good in the morning? It’s the same with life. Do you want to feel good young or do you want to feel good old? One or the other, not both.” Isn’t it a tragedy?””
About This Quote
Source Novel: "The Pregnant Widow", 2010
Life offers trade‑offs; choices affect short‑term pleasure versus long‑term wellbeing.
In simple terms: Choosing when to indulge impacts overall health.
Key Takeaway
Weigh immediate gratification against future benefits.
Themes
life
choices
wellbeing
Mood
thoughtful
cautious
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- daily diet
- social drinking
- nighttime routines
Key Concepts
trade‑offs
self‑control
temporal preferences
Questions to Reflect On
- What choices align with your long‑term goals?
- How do you handle conflicting desires?
A Different Perspective
Social pressure can complicate decisions.
