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“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, are hands, are accidents, And then this 'should' is like a spendthrift sigh, That hurts by easing.” quote by William Shakespeare
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“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, are hands, are accidents, And then this 'should' is like a spendthrift sigh, That hurts by easing.”

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.

The speaker warns that overthinking and indecision cause unnecessary delays and wasted effort.

In simple terms: Indecision leads to wasted time.

Key Takeaway

Act promptly, avoid overthinking.

Themes

decision-making procrastination communication

Mood

reflective concerned

Type

advice philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal relationships
  • work projects
  • daily tasks
  • conflict resolution

Key Concepts

psychology human behavior

Questions to Reflect On

  • What decisions are you postponing?
  • How does hesitation affect your outcomes?
A Different Perspective

Overanalysis can paralyze action despite good intentions.

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