Quote by John Forbes Nash
Though I had success in my research both when I was mad and when I was not, eventually I felt that my work would be better respected if I thought and acted like a 'normal' person.
Summary
This quote suggests that the speaker had experienced success in their research while in a state of heightened emotions or unconventional thinking. However, they eventually realized that their work would be better accepted and valued if they conformed to societal expectations of a "normal" person. This implies that the speaker recognized the importance of conforming to societal norms in gaining recognition and respect for their research, even if it meant suppressing their unconventional approach.