Be not too tame neither, but let your own discretion be…
““Be not too tame neither, but let your own discretion be your tutor: suit the action to the word, the word to the action; with this special observance, that you o'er-step not the modesty of nature: for anything so overdone is from the purpose of playing, whose end, both at the first and now, was and is, to hold, as 'twere, the mirror up to nature; to show virtue her own feature, scorn her own image, and the very age and body of the time his form and pressure.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Act naturally, matching words to deeds and vice versa, avoiding excess while reflecting nature’s truth.
In simple terms: Match words and actions, avoid overdoing.
Key Takeaway
Stay true, avoid excess.
Themes
moderation
authenticity
art
self‑reflection
Mood
thoughtful
cautious
Type
philosophical
advice
When to use this quote
- public speaking
- writing
- performance
- daily interactions
Key Concepts
naturalism
balance
moderation
self‑discipline
Questions to Reflect On
- When is boldness needed?
- How to balance authenticity and restraint?
A Different Perspective
Overemphasis on moderation may stifle bold expression.