Quote by John Green

What the hell is instant? Nothing is instant. Instant rice takes five minutes, instant pudding in an hour.

What the hell is instant? Nothing is instant. Instant rice t

Summary

This quote humorously highlights the fact that "instant" is often a misnomer. It sarcastically remarks that nothing in life truly happens instantaneously. Even supposedly "instant" things like instant rice or instant pudding require some amount of time to be ready for consumption, debunking the notion of immediate results. It serves as a reminder that patience and perspective are important when expecting or seeking quick solutions or outcomes.

Topics

Humor Funny Philosophical Realization

By John Green

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