Quote by S. J. Perelman
He bit his lip in a manner which immediately awakened my maternal sympathy, and I helped him bite it.
Summary
In this quote, the speaker describes observing someone biting their lip, which evokes a strong maternal reaction in them. The speaker's empathy extends to the point that they aid the person in biting their lip further. The quote suggests the speaker's instinctive inclination to support and care for others, highlighting their nurturing nature.