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Advice Quote by William Shakespeare

“For when we rage, advice is often seen By blunting us to make our wits more keen.” quote by William Shakespeare
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“For when we rage, advice is often seen By blunting us to make our wits more keen.”

William Shakespeare

About This Quote

Source Play: The Tempest, Act 2, Scene 2

Anger clouds judgment; advice is clearer when we calm our emotions.

In simple terms: Calm mind sees advice better.

Key Takeaway

Pause before reacting.

Themes

emotion advice clarity self-control

Mood

reflective thoughtful

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • conflict resolution
  • personal growth
  • leadership
  • coaching

Key Concepts

cognitive bias emotional regulation

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you calm yourself before listening?
  • When have you missed good advice due to anger?
A Different Perspective

Strong emotions can still distort perception.

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