Quotation by

William Hurt

Sometimes people call me a success for all the reasons that make me think I'm a failure.

Failure

Understanding this quote AI Analysis

William Hurt feels that the qualities or achievements others admire in him are the same ones that cause him to doubt himself or feel inadequate. This contrast highlights how personal feelings of failure can differ greatly from outside perceptions of success.

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