Quote by Francois de La Rochefoucauld

The shame that arises from praise which we do not deserve often makes us do things we should otherwise never have attempted.

The shame that arises from praise which we do not deserve of

Summary

This quote suggests that when we receive praise or recognition for something we feel we did not truly deserve, it can evoke a sense of shame within us. In an attempt to prove ourselves worthy, we may be compelled to undertake tasks or actions that we would have otherwise avoided. This quote highlights the potential power of external validation and how it can push individuals to go beyond their comfort zones due to the fear of disappointing others or being exposed as undeserving.

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