Consideration Quote by Roger Ebert
“One of the most sublime and hazardous moments in human experience comes when two people lock eyes and realize that they are sexually attracted to one another. They may not act on the knowledge.They may file it away for future reference. They may deny it. They may never see each other again. But the moment has happened, and for an instant all other considerations are insignificant.”
About This Quote
Source Film Review: Various Reviews, 1990s
A fleeting, intense attraction can eclipse all other concerns for a brief instant, regardless of subsequent actions.
In simple terms: Brief attraction overshadows everything.
Key Takeaway
Acknowledge the moment, then decide wisely.
Themes
desire
ephemerality
human connection
Mood
intense
reflective
Type
observational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- first dates
- secret crushes
- unrequited love
- professional encounters
Key Concepts
psychology
chemistry
momentariness
Questions to Reflect On
- What does this instant reveal about your deeper needs?
- How can you honor the feeling without losing perspective?
A Different Perspective
Such moments may be misread or lead to impulsive decisions.
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