Who in this world doesn't like to be praised?

None!!!

Everyone like to be praised and gets very happy where they are... Strangely, I was worried when I was praised today. My manager had sent a mail to another manager praising my work and efficiency. When I read that mail felt like someone has placed a boulder on my head instead of a feather added to my cap.

The only thing that flashed in my mind was the responsibility and the efforts that I had to put in to maintain the praise. I then realized that it is easier to get praised but very difficult to maintain or keep up the good work...

So is making a mark but maintaining the same is a herculean task.... Boy!!! I must say how much work/ effort goes into it... :)