Quote by Sargent Shriver

Do we talk about the dignity of work? Do we give our students any reason for believing it is worthwhile to sacrifice for their work because such sacrifices improve the psychological and mental health of the person who makes them?

Do we talk about the dignity of work? Do we give our student

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This quote highlights the significance of acknowledging and valuing the dignity of work. It questions whether we discuss and emphasize the importance of work and the reasons for individuals to make sacrifices for their work. By doing so, it suggests that such sacrifices have positive implications for not only the individual's psychological and mental health but also their overall well-being. It encourages us to reflect on whether we are instilling in our students the belief that dedicating oneself to work has meaningful benefits that extend beyond material gains.

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