Death Quote by William Shakespeare
““One pain is lessened by another’s anguish. ... Take thou some new infection to thy eye, And the rank poison of the old will die.””
About This Quote
Source Play: The Tempest, Act 2, Scene 2
Pain can be alleviated by introducing a new, different suffering that replaces the old.
In simple terms: New pain can replace old pain.
Key Takeaway
Seek new perspectives to ease suffering.
Themes
suffering
healing
transformation
Mood
somber
reflective
Type
philosophical
literary
When to use this quote
- grief
- illness
- emotional distress
Key Concepts
philosophy
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- Can you replace suffering with something positive?
- What healthier coping mechanisms exist?
A Different Perspective
Introducing new pain may cause additional harm.
