I freely chose the kind of life I led because I was convinced that a woman has as much right as a man to live the way she does if she does no actual harm to society.
Mae WestRead
I never said it would be easy, I only said it would be worth it.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Success often requires hard work and endurance, despite challenges.
This quote by Mae West emphasizes that the journey towards achieving something meaningful is inherently difficult. While it may not be easy to pursue our goals and aspirations, the rewards and sense of fulfillment that come from our efforts make it all worthwhile.
Themes
SuccessEffortWorthPerseveranceChallenges
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be shared during a motivational talk at a corporate seminar to inspire employees.
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