The point is that none of us remember the headliners of yesterday. These are no second rate achievers. They are the best in their fields. But applause dies. Achievements are forgotten.
People are often unreasonable, illogical and self-centered.
Forgive them anyway. If you are kind, people may accuse you of ulterior motives. If you are successful, you will win some false friends and true enemies. If you are honest and frank, people may cheat you. Be honest and frank anyway.