Food Quote by Orson Welles
“Gluttony is not a secret vice.”
About This Quote
Source Film: Citizen Kane, 1941
Gluttony is a public flaw, not hidden.
In simple terms: Gluttony is obvious.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and curb excess.
Themes
self‑control
vice
visibility
Mood
critical
reflective
Type
ethical
observational
When to use this quote
- dining out
- holiday feasting
- budgeting
- health monitoring
Key Concepts
Moral philosophy
human behavior
Questions to Reflect On
- How does visibility affect your habits?
- What triggers your overindulgence?
A Different Perspective
Even public excess can be socially normalized.
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