Quote by Terry Pratchett
That's Third Thoughts for you. When a huge rock is going to land on your head, they're the thoughts that think: Is that an igneous rock, such as granite, or is it sandstone? - Tiffany Aching in
Summary
This quote, spoken by Tiffany Aching in Terry Pratchett's novel, highlights the concept of overthinking or being caught up in irrelevant details even in the face of imminent danger. "Third Thoughts" refers to the tendency to overanalyze the situation and ponder inconsequential aspects, like categorizing the type of rock about to hit you instead of reacting to avoid it. It humorously portrays how our minds can sometimes wander to unnecessary thoughts, even in critical moments.