Be True to Yourself Essay

William Shakespe ar, perhaps the most extraordinary writer who ever lived, includes some magnificent philosophical truths in his work. Brilliantly constructed, his world-renowned play, Hamlet, demonstrates his excellence. When reading it, I felt let to read such beautifully written language, and choosing my favorite quote was difficult.In the beginning of the play, Laertes prepares to go to France. Naturally, his get down Polonius gives him some special words of advice before he leaves, this above all to thine own self be true, / And it must follow, as night the day/ Thou canst not then be false to whatever man (I.ii.84-86). If Laertes is honest with himself his father believes he wont misrepresent himself to others, and he will be a true gentleman.Not only is this quote pleasurable reading, it is entirely truthful. Lying and cheating are two violations of this truth that Ive witnessed frequently. For example, English has always been one of my weaker subjects because Im not a very efficient reader. Even so, I study hard for my tests and often get a decently result. However, several others, whose English skills are also relatively weak, choose to cheat, there by obtaining a mannikin equal to or higher than my own. I could easily do this as wellleaving much time to sleep and devote to soccerbut not while being true to myself. after(prenominal) studying intently for a test and getting the result I deserve, Im solely satisfied, with the grade and myself. This is whats important according to Shakespeare to be able to look into the mirror and be noble of the face looking back.