Tell troth and shame the devil.
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Cares that have entered once in the breast, will have whole possession of the rest.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Once emotional burdens enter our hearts, they take control over our thoughts and feelings.
Ben Jonson's quote suggests that once worries or cares penetrate a person's heart, they dominate their thoughts and emotions entirely. This highlights the profound impact of our emotional experiences and stresses the importance of managing our concerns before they overwhelm us.
Themes
CaresEmotionsThoughtsBurdensFeelingsMind
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech about handling stress, you might use this quote to emphasize the need for emotional awareness.
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