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“Make the upcoming hour overflow with joy, and let pleasure drown the brim.” quote by William Shakespeare
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“Make the upcoming hour overflow with joy, and let pleasure drown the brim.”

William Shakespeare

About This Quote

Source Play: Twelfth Night, Act 2, Scene 4, 1602

Encourage filling time with happiness, allowing pleasure to overflow.

In simple terms: Fill the hour with joy.

Key Takeaway

Seek joy now.

Themes

joy pleasure time mindfulness

Mood

cheerful lighthearted

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • celebrations
  • daily routines
  • stress relief

Key Concepts

ephemeral happiness carpe diem

Questions to Reflect On

  • What simple pleasure can you savor now?
  • How does joy affect your productivity?
A Different Perspective

Pleasure can be fleeting and distract from duties.

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