Bird Quote by William Shakespeare
“Look what thy soul holds dear, imagine it To lie that way thou goest, not whence thou com'st. Suppose the singing birds musicians, The grass whereon thou tread'st the presence strewed, The flowers fair ladies, and thy steps no more Than a delight measure or a dance; For gnarling sorrow hath less power to bite The man that mocks at it and sets it light.”
About This Quote
Source Play: The Tempest, Act 5, Scene 1, 1611
One can choose to view the world with wonder, turning sorrow into a light-hearted mockery.
In simple terms: Seeing life as a dance reduces sorrow's grip.
Key Takeaway
Mock sorrow, cherish wonder.
Themes
hope
joy
resilience
Mood
reflective
optimistic
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- walking in nature
- creative work
- personal setbacks
- grieving process
Key Concepts
perception
mindfulness
transformation
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you turn pain into playful perspective?
- What daily rituals nurture wonder?
A Different Perspective
If grief is deep, mockery may feel dismissive.
