--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: How long have you been here? (Jericho)…" description: "\"How long have you been here? (Jericho) Don’t know. Again, tried to count once, got depressed so I stopped. I find it easier to just go with the flow. E..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/7d7/sherrilyn-kenyon-25_asmodeus_how-long-have-you-been-here-jericho-don_230296.jpg" --- # How long have you been here? (Jericho) Don’t know. Again… ![“How long have you been here? (Jericho) Don’t know. Again, tried to count once, got depressed so I stopped. I find it easier to just go with the flow. Ease with the peas. (Asmodeus) Ease with the peas? (Jericho) Yeah, that’s not a happy memory, either. Let’s forget I mentioned it. (Asmodeus)” quote by Sherrilyn Kenyon](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/7d7/sherrilyn-kenyon-25_asmodeus_how-long-have-you-been-here-jericho-don_230296.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/7d7/sherrilyn-kenyon-25_asmodeus_how-long-have-you-been-here-jericho-don_230296.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/7d7/sherrilyn-kenyon-25_asmodeus_how-long-have-you-been-here-jericho-don_230296.jpg) > “How long have you been here? (Jericho) Don’t know. Again, tried to count once, got depressed so I stopped. I find it easier to just go with the flow. Ease with the peas. (Asmodeus) Ease with the peas? (Jericho) Yeah, that’s not a happy memory, either. Let’s forget I mentioned it. (Asmodeus)” [Sherrilyn Kenyon](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/sherrilyn-kenyon/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. When counting or over‑analyzing leads to distress, adopting a flow mindset eases tension and promotes acceptance. **In simple terms:** Stop counting, go with the flow. Key Takeaway Embrace simplicity to reduce anxiety. Themes mindfulness acceptance mental health Mood calm reassuring Type philosophical practical When to use this quote - meditation - daily routines - stress management - creative work Key Concepts flow state cognitive overload Questions to Reflect On - How does flow help in stressful moments? - When is analysis essential? 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