Quote by Mark Twain

I have been complimented many times and they always embarrass me; I always feel that they have not said enough.

I have been complimented many times and they always embarras

Summary

This quote conveys the humility and modesty of the speaker when receiving compliments. Rather than feeling satisfied with the praise received, the speaker feels that the compliments fall short of adequately capturing their true worth. It suggests that the speaker may have high self-expectations or desires validation beyond what is offered by others. The quote emphasizes a lack of vanity and a desire for genuine appreciation, highlighting the speaker's tendency to downplay their accomplishments and hold themselves to high standards.

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