While this article hit home for me (and I'm sure a few others here), I think it's important to note that other professionals experience this same feeling. Example: Teachers, who are confined to teach only what's included in standardized tests, and then don't feel proud of the work they've done or the impact they've had.

It's important the work we do is appreciated but it's equally important that we're proud of what we create. One doesn't guarantee the other.