As honour, love, obedience, troops of friends, / I must not look to have; but, in their stead, / Curses, not loud but deep, mouth-honour, breath, / Which the poor heart would fain deny, and dare not" (5.3.25-28).
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The attempt and not the deed confounds us.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Success lies in our efforts rather than the final results.
This quote by William Shakespeare emphasizes the importance of the effort we put into our endeavors, highlighting that the value of our attempts is often greater than the outcomes themselves. It serves as a reminder that the journey and the willingness to try, regardless of the end result, is what truly matters, as it shapes our character and growth.
Themes
EffortAttemptSuccessJourneyGrowth
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a motivational speech to encourage students to value their efforts in learning.
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