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“Fear not, Cesario, take thy fortunes up. Be that thou know'st thou art and then thou art as great as that thou fear'st.” quote by William Shakespeare
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“Fear not, Cesario, take thy fortunes up. Be that thou know'st thou art and then thou art as great as that thou fear'st.”

William Shakespeare

About This Quote

Source Play: Twelfth Night, Act 2, Scene 4, 1623

Understanding one's true self removes fear and reveals inherent greatness.

In simple terms: Know yourself, fear disappears.

Key Takeaway

Self‑knowledge unlocks confidence.

Themes

self‑awareness confidence identity

Mood

reflective encouraging

Type

philosophical motivational

When to use this quote

  • personal growth
  • leadership
  • performance anxiety
  • public speaking

Key Concepts

philosophy psychology self‑actualization

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does self‑knowledge affect your actions?
  • What fears remain despite self‑awareness?
A Different Perspective

Self‑knowledge alone may not change external circumstances.

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