Food Quote by Susan Kaye Quinn
““But the day was coming: she could almost taste its nearness like the mouth-watering scent of a long-hungered meal just outside of reach.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Long Hunger, 2019
She feels an intense, almost tangible anticipation for something just out of reach.
In simple terms: Intense longing for an unattainable goal.
Key Takeaway
Channel longing into purposeful action.
Themes
desire
anticipation
unattainable
Mood
yearning
hopeful
Type
emotional
inspirational
When to use this quote
- creative projects
- personal goals
- relationship pursuits
Key Concepts
psychology
motivation
goal setting
Questions to Reflect On
- What drives your yearning?
- How can you make the distant reachable?
A Different Perspective
Obsessive longing may cause frustration.
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