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).
William ShakespeareRead
Let's go hand in hand, not one before another.
Interpretation
Collaboration and unity are essential for progress.
This quote emphasizes the importance of working together in harmony rather than competing or acting individually. By advocating for a shared journey, it suggests that true progress is achieved when people support each other and move forward together, embodying teamwork and mutual respect.
In practice
In a team meeting discussing project collaboration.
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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Lord, Lord, how this world is given to lying!
Give it an understanding, but no tongue.
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Whether or not you choose to keep your covenant to always remember Him, He always remembers you.
Honesty, disinterestedness and good nature are indispensable to procure the esteem and confidence of those with whom we live, and on whose esteem our happiness depends.
I sat down on the edge of a deep soft chair and looked at Mrs Regan. She was worth a stare. She was trouble.
Even an animal, if you show genuine affection, gradually trust develops... If you always showing bad face and beating, how can you develop friendship?
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