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“I will not retire while I've still got my legs and my make-up box.” quote by Bette Davis
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“I will not retire while I've still got my legs and my make-up box.”

Bette Davis

About This Quote

Source Interview: Hollywood Legends, 1965

She refuses to stop working while she still has the energy and tools that define her identity.

In simple terms: Keep working while capable.

Key Takeaway

Stay active and engaged as long as possible.

Themes

career longevity identity ageism

Mood

determined pragmatic

Type

motivational reflective

When to use this quote

  • career planning
  • retirement decisions
  • creative projects
  • personal health

Key Concepts

Personal fulfillment social expectations

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does work mean to you beyond income?
  • How do you balance health with continued activity?
A Different Perspective

May ignore physical limits or burnout risk.

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