Can somebody rewrite this in today's English, the two Badstreet's adages
"An aching head requires soft pillow, and a drooping heart a strong support."
"Sweet words are like honey: a little may refresh, but too much gluts the stomach"

Question

Can somebody rewrite this in today's English, the two Badstreet's adages 
"An aching head requires soft pillow, and a drooping heart a strong support."
"Sweet words are like honey: a little may refresh, but too much gluts the stomach"

anonymous · Answer

Sweet words are like honey in a way. If you have too much of it it's overbearing and makes you sick, but just the right amount is refreshing and joy inducing.

clamin · Answer

yes! thank you @balestrum ..but i need the first one too