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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Today everyone is a star - they're all billed as 'starring' or 'also starring'. In my day, we earned that recognition.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Recognition should be earned rather than handed out freely.
Bette Davis's quote reflects on the change in the entertainment industry, suggesting that while many may receive the label of 'star' today, true stardom is achieved through hard work and talent. It emphasizes the value of effort and merit in achieving success, contrasting contemporary practices with those of the past where recognition was a result of genuine accomplishments.
Themes
StarRecognitionSuccessEffortEntertainment
In practice
Example use cases
During a motivational speech about hard work in the film industry.
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