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The quote says that success or recovery is not easy, and that self-pity can make things worse. It suggests staying mentally strong and not letting discouragement pull you under.
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Original Language & Translation
Originally said in English.
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No source found on Wikiquote; the quote is listed as attributed to Debbie Reynolds.
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About Debbie Reynolds
American actress, singer and dancer
Debbie Reynolds was an American actress, singer, and dancer. Born Mary Frances Reynolds, she became a familiar figure in mid-20th-century Hollywood, with a career that reached across film and stage. She was nominated for a Golden Globe Award for Most Promising Newcomer for her performance as Helen Kane in Three Little Words (1950). Her breakthrough came with her first leading role, Kathy Selden in Singin' in the Rain (1952).
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