Quote by E. W. Howe

The greatest humiliation in life, is to work hard on something from which you expect great appreciation, and then fail to get it.

The greatest humiliation in life, is to work hard on somethi

Summary

This quote highlights the emotional pain one can experience when their efforts go unrecognized or unappreciated. It reflects how investing a substantial amount of time, energy, and dedication into a task or project can make the absence of recognition or praise a deeply disappointing and humiliating experience. It emphasizes the importance of recognition and appreciation in human motivation, as well as the need for validation for one's hard work and accomplishments.

By E. W. Howe

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