Able Quote by Hattie McDaniel
“Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, fellow members of the motion picture industry and honored guests: This is one of the happiest moments of my life, and I want to thank each one of you who had a part in selecting me for one of their awards, for your kindness. It has made me feel very, very humble; and I shall always hold it as a beacon for anything that I may be able to do in the future. I sincerely hope I shall always be a credit to my race and to the motion picture industry. My heart is too full to tell you just how I feel, and may I say thank you and God bless you.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Academy Awards Acceptance, 1940
She expresses deep gratitude and humility for receiving an award, seeing it as inspiration for future contributions.
In simple terms: Thankful and humbled by the honor.
Key Takeaway
Carry gratitude forward as motivation.
Themes
gratitude
humility
inspiration
Mood
humble
hopeful
Type
acceptance
inspirational
When to use this quote
- award ceremonies
- career milestones
- public speaking
Key Concepts
recognition
legacy
responsibility
Questions to Reflect On
- How will you honor this recognition?
- What actions will you take to give back?
A Different Perspective
May gratitude create pressure to meet expectations.
