Those whose approval you seek most give you the least.

Meaning of the quote

The quote suggests that the people whose opinions matter most to you are often the least likely to approve of you. This means that you should focus on being true to yourself and not worry too much about trying to impress those who may not appreciate you. Instead, you should find value in the approval of those who truly know and understand you.

About Maurice Chevalier

Maurice Chevalier was a legendary French singer, actor, and entertainer known for his signature songs like “Livin’ In The Sunlight” and “Thank Heaven for Little Girls,” as well as his starring roles in classic Hollywood films. He was a true icon of the entertainment industry, captivating audiences with his charming performances and signature tuxedo and boater hat look.

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The crime of loving is forgetting.

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Old age isn’t so bad when you consider the alternative.

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A comfortable old age is the reward of a well-spent youth. Instead of its bringing sad and melancholy prospects of decay, it would give us hopes of eternal youth in a better world.

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It is always the same: women bedeck themselves with jewels and furs, and men with wit and quotations.

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You don’t stop laughing because you grow older. You grow older because you stop laughing.

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An artist carries on throughout his life a mysterious, uninterrupted conversation with his public.

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The older one gets the more one comes to resemble oneself.

Maurice Chevalier

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