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“It were all one That I should love a bright particular star And think to wed it, he is so above me.” quote by William Shakespeare
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“It were all one That I should love a bright particular star And think to wed it, he is so above me.”

William Shakespeare

About This Quote

Source Play: A Midsummer Night's Dream, 1595

Admiring an idealized love can feel overwhelming, especially when it seems unattainable.

In simple terms: Love can feel distant and lofty.

Key Takeaway

Ground your expectations in reality.

Themes

love idealization aspiration

Mood

hopeful reflective

Type

dramatic poetic

When to use this quote

  • courtship
  • self‑esteem
  • dreamy aspirations

Key Concepts

romanticism unattainable desire

Questions to Reflect On

  • What makes a love feel out of reach?
  • How can you balance admiration with realism?
A Different Perspective

Ideal love may be unrealistic.

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