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“There is no measure in the occasion that breeds; therefore the sadness is without limit.” quote by William Shakespeare
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““There is no measure in the occasion that breeds; therefore the sadness is without limit.””

William Shakespeare

About This Quote

Source Play: Measure for Measure, Act 2, Scene 2, 1604

Extreme sorrow knows no bounds; grief can become limitless when unmeasured.

In simple terms: Grief can be endless.

Key Takeaway

Acknowledge limits, seek balance.

Themes

grief measure emotion limitlessness

Mood

somber reflective

Type

literary emotional

When to use this quote

  • bereavement counseling
  • support groups
  • personal reflection
  • artistic expression

Key Concepts

human suffering philosophy of pain emotional regulation

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you gauge your own sorrow?
  • What helps you contain overwhelming grief?
A Different Perspective

Measuring grief may be impossible; coping varies.

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