Pantry Quote by Sarah Dunn
““(on fading passion) Sex was like the can of baking powder she kept on a high shelf in her pantry, something she didn’t need right now but that she knew she could get her hands on without too much trouble.””
About This Quote
Source Short story: “The Baking Powder Metaphor”, 2018
Desire is kept out of reach, like a pantry item, creating a tension between need and accessibility, yet it remains easily attainable when sought.
In simple terms: Desire feels distant but is actually reachable.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and act on hidden opportunities.
Themes
desire
accessibility
frustration
Mood
introspective
creative
Type
literary
psychological
When to use this quote
- personal goals
- relationship dynamics
- creative writing
- self‑reflection
Key Concepts
psychology of longing
metaphor usage
Questions to Reflect On
- What desires do you keep on a high shelf?
- How does perceived distance affect your motivation?
A Different Perspective
The metaphor may romanticize unfulfilled yearning.
