14 Quotes that Prove Shakespeare Is Actually Still Relevant to Your Life
Shakespeare is forever. You’ll see.
On Party Etiquette:
“Better a witty fool than a foolish wit.” – Twelfth Night
Because no one likes the clueless dude at the party who thinks he’s smarter than everyone and won’t STFU.
On Social Media:
“They do not love that do not show their love.” – Two Gentlemen of Verona
Keep hitting that like button, guys, because that’s how people know you care about them.
On Online Dating:
“Love looks not with the eyes, but with the mind; and therefore is winged Cupid painted blind.” – A Midsummer Night’s Dream
Think twice before you swipe left.
On Fashion:
“I see that the fashion wears out more apparel than the man.” – Much Ado About Nothing
Should you really buy those crazy expensive, super trendy designer shoes? Because you know they’re gonna be out of style soon. Maybe invest in a nice pair of clogs instead.
On Facebook Comments:
“I am not bound to please thee with my answer.” – Merchant of Venice
If you’ve got something to say to someone, say it via Facebook comment. They may not like it, but they can always delete it.
On Being In a Bad Mood:
“If I be waspish, best beware my sting.” – The Taming of the Shrew
People have moods. Sometimes those moods are bad. When that happens, stay away.
On Sleeping:
“Why, go to bed, and sleep.” – Othello
It’s 9:00pm on a Saturday, should you rally and meet your friends at the bar or do what you really want to do, which is go to sleep? Go to sleep! Sleeping is always a great idea.
On Facial Hair:
“Methinks I am marvellous hairy about the face.” – Midsummer Night’s Dream
Facial hair FTW, because beards are marvelous.
On Life:
“This above all: to thine own self be true.” – Hamlet
Aww. This one doesn’t need any explanation.