Forgive Quote by Peter Ackroyd
““One can forgive Shakespeare anything, except one's own bad lines.””
About This Quote
Source Book: “Shakespeare: The Biography” by Peter Ackroyd, 2005
We often excuse famous writers' flaws, yet we are harsh on our own work.
In simple terms: We forgive great artists, but not ourselves.
Critically assess your own writing.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- writing workshops
- self‑editing
- peer review
- personal projects
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you hold yourself to higher standards than others?
- How can you balance humility and confidence?
Self‑criticism can stifle creativity if excessive.