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“I that please some, try all, both joy and terror Of good and bad, that makes and unfolds error.” quote by William Shakespeare
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“I that please some, try all, both joy and terror Of good and bad, that makes and unfolds error.”

William Shakespeare

About This Quote

The poet reflects on experiencing both pleasure and fear, suggesting that error arises from the mix of opposites.

In simple terms: Joy and terror create mistakes.

Key Takeaway

Balance extremes to reduce errors.

Themes

dualities emotion error philosophy

Mood

thoughtful inquisitive

Type

philosophical literary

When to use this quote

  • creative writing
  • personal introspection
  • artistic expression

Key Concepts

contradiction human experience balance

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you handle opposing emotions?
  • What can be learned from mistakes?
A Different Perspective

Embracing extremes can also lead to growth, not just error.

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