Originally Posted by Eagle Mum
... You can take pride in what you’ve achieved by yourself... far more successful today than many who received such benefits, in many ways because of (rather than in spite of) the disadvantages he faced which increased his self reliance & determination.
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In my experience, the self satisfaction from productive work which is worthwhile & enjoyable, far outweigh any external validation or acknowledgement.
I wholeheartedly agree.
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