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“Though inclination be as sharp as will, My stronger guilt defeats my strong intent, And, like a man to double business bound, I stand in pause where I shall first begin, And both neglect.” quote by William Shakespeare
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“Though inclination be as sharp as will, My stronger guilt defeats my strong intent, And, like a man to double business bound, I stand in pause where I shall first begin, And both neglect.”

William Shakespeare

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Source Play: The Tempest, Act 2, Scene 1

Strong will is undermined by guilt, causing hesitation and neglect.

In simple terms: Guilt stalls intent.

Key Takeaway

Overcome guilt to act.

Themes

guilt will paralysis

Mood

reflective serious

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • career decisions
  • personal goals
  • creative projects
  • relationships

Key Concepts

self‑sabotage moral conflict

Questions to Reflect On

  • What guilt hinders you?
  • How can you release it?
A Different Perspective

Guilt can be paralyzing.

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