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“No, no; 'tis all men's office to speak patience To those that wring under the load of sorrow, But no man's virtue nor sufficiency To be so moral when he shall endure The like himself. Therefore give me no counsel: My griefs cry louder than advertisement.” quote by William Shakespeare
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“No, no; 'tis all men's office to speak patience To those that wring under the load of sorrow, But no man's virtue nor sufficiency To be so moral when he shall endure The like himself. Therefore give me no counsel: My griefs cry louder than advertisement.”

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.

He argues that patience is a virtue for those suffering, but true moral strength cannot be demanded; grief overwhelms.

In simple terms: Patience is noble, yet grief can dominate.

Key Takeaway

Balance patience with self‑care.

Themes

grief patience virtue

Mood

somber reflective

Type

philosophical emotional

When to use this quote

  • counseling
  • personal reflection
  • support groups

Key Concepts

psychology literature

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you cope with deep sorrow?
  • When is patience insufficient?
A Different Perspective

Grief may resist patience.

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