Effort Quote by Robert Goolrick
““Sometime, Mrs. Truitt, we work very hard at something, we exhaust ourselves to accomplish something which seems vital to us." He chose his words with care. "Our best hope for happiness. And sometimes we find that thing, only to find it has simply not been worth the effort.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: "The End of the World as We Know It", 2015
Hard work may seem vital, but sometimes the effort expended does not yield worthwhile results, leading to disillusionment.
In simple terms: Exhaustive effort can feel pointless if outcomes lack value.
Key Takeaway
Evaluate the true worth of goals before overcommitting.
Themes
effort
value
disillusionment
purpose
Mood
contemplative
cautious
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- career decisions
- creative projects
- personal relationships
Key Concepts
cost‑benefit analysis
personal fulfillment
Questions to Reflect On
- When is it wiser to stop?
- How to assess if effort matches value?
A Different Perspective
Overemphasis on effort can ignore alternative paths.
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