It is wrong to expect a reward for your struggles. The…
“It is wrong to expect a reward for your struggles. The reward is the act of struggle itself, not what you win. Even though you can't expect to defeat the absurdity of the world, you must make that attempt. That's morality, that's religion. That's art. That's life.”
About This Quote
Source Song: “I Ain’t No Miracle” by Phil Ochs, 1970
The value lies in the struggle itself, not in any external reward; effort is its own moral and artistic purpose.
In simple terms: Struggle is its own reward.
Key Takeaway
Embrace effort for its own sake.
Themes
morality
art
life
effort
Mood
reflective
inspirational
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- personal growth
- creative work
- spiritual practice
- social activism
Key Concepts
existentialism
intrinsic value
humanism
Questions to Reflect On
- How does focusing on effort change your motivation?
- What intrinsic benefits do you notice in struggle?
A Different Perspective
Reward may be intangible and not always recognized.