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“Blow, blow thou winter wind, Thou art not so unkind As man's ingratitude; Thy tooth is not so keen, Because thou art not seen, Although thy breath be rude” quote by William Shakespeare
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“Blow, blow thou winter wind, Thou art not so unkind As man's ingratitude; Thy tooth is not so keen, Because thou art not seen, Although thy breath be rude”

William Shakespeare

About This Quote

Source Play: The Tempest by William Shakespeare, 1611

Human ingratitude can be harsh despite nature's kindness.

In simple terms: People can be ungrateful.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate gratitude in others.

Themes

gratitude human nature kindness

Mood

melancholic thoughtful

Type

literary reflective

When to use this quote

  • relationships
  • teamwork
  • leadership
  • community service

Key Concepts

literature philosophy ethics

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you respond to ingratitude?
  • Can kindness be taught?
A Different Perspective

Kindness alone may not change ingrained attitudes.

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