An encouraged person will eventually get his drive from encouragement; he becomes more dependent. A person that never really receives encouragement learns to move out of spite; he becomes more independent.

Summary

This quote suggests that an individual who constantly receives encouragement from others tends to become reliant on that encouragement to push themselves forward. They develop a dependency on external validation and support to fuel their motivation. In contrast, a person who rarely or never receives encouragement learns to rely on their own inner drive and determination, moving forward despite the lack of external encouragement. It implies that independence can be born out of a defiance, seeking personal growth and success as a way to prove themselves to others.

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