I am doomed to an eternity of compulsive work. No set goal achieved satisfies. Success only breeds a new goal. The golden apple devoured has seeds. It is endless.
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To fulfill a dream, to be allowed to sweat over lonely labor, to be given a chance to create, is the meat and potatoes of life. The money is the gravy.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Pursuing a dream requires hard work and creativity, while financial reward is secondary.
Bette Davis emphasizes that the essence of life lies in the passion and effort we invest in our dreams and creative pursuits. The rewarding aspect of labor comes from the satisfaction found in the work itself, rather than the monetary benefits that may accompany success.
Themes
DreamsWorkCreativityLifeSatisfaction
In practice
Example use cases
During a motivational speech on pursuing passions.
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