Quote by Albert Einstein

I was very pleased with your kind letter. Until now I never dreamed of being something like a hero. But since you've given me the nomination I feel that I am one.

I was very pleased with your kind letter. Until now I never

Summary

This quote highlights the transformative power of recognition and affirmation. The speaker expresses their surprise and delight at receiving a generous letter and being recognized as a hero by someone else. It conveys how this unexpected validation has given them a newfound sense of identity and self-belief, enabling them to embrace the role of a hero. The quote speaks to the profound impact that acknowledgement and praise can have on an individual's perception of themselves and their abilities.

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By Albert Einstein

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