Anguish Quote by William Shakespeare
“One pain is lessened by another's anguish.”
About This Quote
Source Play: The Tempest, Act 2, Scene 2 (circa 1611)
He suggests that one person's suffering can lessen another's pain, highlighting shared humanity.
In simple terms: Another's anguish eases one's own pain.
Find empathy through shared suffering.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- grief counseling
- support groups
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Can empathy exist without another's suffering?
- How to alleviate pain without causing harm?
Reliance on others' pain can be unhealthy.