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“For goodness, growing to a plurisy, Dies in his own too much: that we would do We should do when we would; for this 'would' changes And hath abatements and delays as many As there are tongues,” quote by William Shakespeare
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““For goodness, growing to a plurisy, Dies in his own too much: that we would do We should do when we would; for this 'would' changes And hath abatements and delays as many As there are tongues,””

William Shakespeare

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Human desire for more leads to endless delay and complexity.

In simple terms: Wanting more creates endless delays.

Key Takeaway

Seek contentment, limit endless wanting.

Themes

desire delay complexity

Mood

contemplative serious

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • decision making
  • personal relationships
  • career planning

Key Concepts

human nature psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • What desires are delaying you?
  • Can you simplify expectations?
A Different Perspective

Excessive desire can stall progress.

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