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“Come, go with us, speak fair; you may salve so, Not what is dangerous present, but the los Of what is past.” quote by William Shakespeare
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“Come, go with us, speak fair; you may salve so, Not what is dangerous present, but the los Of what is past.”

William Shakespeare

About This Quote

Source Play: The Tempest, 1611

The speaker urges action despite danger, focusing on past losses rather than present threats.

In simple terms: Act now, not fearing present danger, remembering past loss.

Key Takeaway

Prioritize addressing past harms over current fears.

Themes

action courage memory

Mood

dramatic contemplative

Type

motivational philosophical

When to use this quote

  • political negotiation
  • personal healing
  • conflict resolution
  • leadership

Key Concepts

risk assessment historical awareness

Questions to Reflect On

  • What past loss are you avoiding?
  • How can you balance present risk with past memory?
A Different Perspective

Focusing on past loss can paralyze present action.

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