Quote by William Shakespeare

When you fear a foe, fear crushes your strength; and this weakness gives strength to your opponents.

When you fear a foe, fear crushes your strength; and this we

Summary

This quote emphasizes the destructive nature of fear. It suggests that when we are afraid of our adversaries, our fear weakens us both physically and mentally, potentially diminishing our abilities to compete or confront challenges. Additionally, it argues that our fear inadvertently empowers our opponents, giving them an advantage over us. Hence, this quote serves as a reminder to overcome fear in order to maintain our strength and prevent inadvertently benefiting those we fear.

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By William Shakespeare

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