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Blind Quote by William Shakespeare

“Love is blind and lovers cannot see the pretty follies that themselves commit; For if they could, Cupid himself would blush To see me thus transformed to a boy.” quote by William Shakespeare
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“Love is blind and lovers cannot see the pretty follies that themselves commit; For if they could, Cupid himself would blush To see me thus transformed to a boy.”

William Shakespeare

About This Quote

Source Play: A Midsummer's Night, by William Shakespeare, 1595

Love clouds judgment, making people unaware of their own foolish actions, and would even embarrass Cupid if he saw them.

In simple terms: Love blinds us to our own mistakes.

Key Takeaway

Recognize love's bias and reflect on your actions.

Themes

love self_deception humor

Mood

playful reflective

Type

literary humorous

When to use this quote

  • relationships
  • self_reflection
  • conflict_resolution

Key Concepts

cognitive_bias romantic_idealism

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does love affect your self‑perception?
  • Can awareness of love’s blindness improve your choices?
A Different Perspective

Love can also inspire growth and self-awareness.

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