[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"$fvkRlBDKYlQLmSySWwxmcTs76u2PQwEYNpQaUzLSJAQs":3,"$fmOJaQVtcBuijG6qbG5iLM5cicAqIGsqf2AXlFLhECqA":12},{"author":4,"tags":11},{"author_id":5,"author_name":6,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"bio":9,"short_bio":9,"slug":10,"image_url":9},1460,"Bette Midler","B",176,null,"bette-midler",[],{"quotes":13,"pagination":79},[14,22,29,35,42,48,54,60,66,72],{"id":15,"quote_text":16,"author_id":5,"source_id":17,"has_image":18,"author":19,"source":20,"quote_tag":21,"commentary":9},4010618,"Rap is poetry set to music. But to me, it's like a jackhammer.",8,false,{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[],{"id":23,"quote_text":24,"author_id":5,"source_id":17,"has_image":18,"author":25,"source":26,"quote_tag":27,"commentary":28},4010606,"The worst part of having success is trying to find someone who is happy for you.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[],"**The Backstory**\n\nThis poignant observation is often attributed to Bette Midler, whose life has been a testament to perseverance and resilience in the face of the cutthroat entertainment industry. Born into a family with financial struggles and a mother who died when she was just nine years old, Midler's journey from singing on street corners to becoming a Broadway star and Hollywood legend is a narrative of overcoming adversity. The quote likely reflects her experiences navigating the highs and lows of fame.\n\n**The Hidden Insight**\n\nThe worst part of having success is not the external validation or financial rewards; rather, it lies in finding someone who genuinely celebrates your triumphs without being intimidated or envious. This quote reveals a profound paradox: that true fulfillment is often accompanied by feelings of isolation, as those around us struggle to share our joy without their own insecurities rising to the surface.\n\n**How to Use This**\n\nWhen facing professional success or creative breakthroughs, remember that genuine relationships may be harder to maintain than you think. To apply this mindset, cultivate a network of people who not only acknowledge your achievements but also have the emotional maturity to celebrate with you, even when it highlights their own unfulfilled aspirations.",{"id":30,"quote_text":31,"author_id":5,"source_id":17,"has_image":18,"author":32,"source":33,"quote_tag":34,"commentary":9},4010595,"And when I left, it's you who stayed. / You always knew that I'd come home again. / In the end, / You are my one true friend.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[],{"id":36,"quote_text":37,"author_id":5,"source_id":17,"has_image":18,"author":38,"source":39,"quote_tag":40,"commentary":41},4010584,"The worst part about success is trying to find someone who is happy for you.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[],"**The Backstory**\nBette Midler, known for her unapologetic and outspoken personality, likely uttered these words during a time when she was facing scrutiny and criticism from the entertainment industry. As someone who has been open about her struggles with fame and the pressures of success, this quote resonates with her authenticity and vulnerability.\n\n**The Hidden Insight**\nOn the surface, the quote appears to be a complaint about the difficulties of achieving success. However, the counter-intuitive truth is that Bette Midler is highlighting the inherent isolation that often accompanies achievement. In a paradoxical twist, she's suggesting that success can lead to feelings of loneliness and disconnection from others.\n\n**How to Use This**\nWhen navigating the complexities of professional or creative success, consider the potential for social isolation. To mitigate this risk, prioritize building genuine relationships with people who genuinely support your endeavors, rather than merely tolerating those who are happy for you superficially.",{"id":43,"quote_text":44,"author_id":5,"source_id":17,"has_image":18,"author":45,"source":46,"quote_tag":47,"commentary":9},4010577,"If you pick up a ukulele, it will make you unbelievably happy.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[],{"id":49,"quote_text":50,"author_id":5,"source_id":17,"has_image":18,"author":51,"source":52,"quote_tag":53,"commentary":9},4010556,"People have an obligation to live up to their potential.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[],{"id":55,"quote_text":56,"author_id":5,"source_id":17,"has_image":18,"author":57,"source":58,"quote_tag":59,"commentary":9},4010538,"Give a girl the correct footwear and she can conquer the world.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[],{"id":61,"quote_text":62,"author_id":5,"source_id":17,"has_image":18,"author":63,"source":64,"quote_tag":65,"commentary":9},4010527,"Cats always seem so very wise, when staring with their half-closed eyes. 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