A man desires praise that he may be reassured, that he may be quit of his doubting of himself he is indifferent to applause when he is confident of success.

Summary

This quote suggests that when a person is insecure or doubtful about themselves, they seek praise from others as a way to feel reassured and to alleviate their self-doubt. However, when someone is confident in their abilities and expects success, they become less concerned with receiving applause or recognition from others. The desire for praise is therefore closely tied to one's level of self-assurance and belief in their own capabilities.