Ambition Quote by Lucy Maud Montgomery
“We pay a price for everything we get or take in this world; and although ambitions are well worth having, they are not to be cheaply won, but exact their dues of work and self denial, anxiety and discouragement.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Anne of Green Gables, 1908
Success demands hard work, sacrifice, and perseverance despite challenges.
In simple terms: Hard work and sacrifice are required for true achievement.
Key Takeaway
Accept effort and self‑denial as part of ambition.
Themes
ambition
work
self‑discipline
Mood
determined
realistic
Type
motivational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- career advancement
- academic pursuits
- personal projects
Key Concepts
goal setting
resilience
Questions to Reflect On
- What are you willing to sacrifice for your goals?
- How do you balance ambition with wellbeing?
A Different Perspective
Overemphasis on sacrifice can lead to burnout.
