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Sep 25, 2019 · The popular saying "Expectation is the root of all heartache" is not from Shakespeare, according to the Folger Shakespeare Library and other sources. The only instance of "heartache" in his work is in Hamlet's soliloquy.
- “Expectation is the root of all heartache.” The only time that Shakespeare uses the word “heartache” is in Hamlet’s famous “to be or not to be” speech
- “When I saw you, I fell in love, and you smiled because you knew.” This one is printed on wall art canvases all over Etsy and Pinterest—but it’s not Shakespeare.
- “All glory comes from daring to begin.” This is a quote from poet, author, and politician Eugene F. Ware, not Shakespeare.
- “But for those who love, time is eternal.” Nope, not Shakespeare. But Rosalind in Shakespeare’s As You Like It does have some clever things to say about how different people perceive time
Aug 25, 2010 · Actually, this quote closely resembles the Second Noble Truth of Buddhism, which is often expressed as “Desire is the root of all suffering.” What is expectation but desiring a certain outcome?
Jul 6, 2009 · It's kind of like absorbing the words, digesting them, and then spitting out more than just a psychological knowledge; it's almost a tangible physical communication to the auditor. There's a list of those expressions naming the heart alone–heart on his sleeve–my heart jumped into my mouth–they really do mean something more I think.
In this captivating video, we delve into the profound words of William Shakespeare and explore the powerful concept of expectation and its impact on our hearts.
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Learn about Shakespeare's influence, creativity, and humor through this interactive web page. Explore quotes, insults, and activities related to his work and themes, such as expectation and heartache.
