“The real tragedy of the poor is the poverty of their aspirations”
— Adam Smith
Simplified Meaning:
When people are poor, they often don't dream big or aim high because they believe they can't achieve much more than what they already have. This is a deeper problem than just lacking money. For example, if a student from a poor family thinks they can't go to college because no one in their family ever has, they might not even try to do well in school or look for scholarships. This mindset stops them from reaching their full potential. If they believed in themselves and had bigger dreams, they might work hard and find ways to succeed. Changing how people think about their future can be just as important as giving them money. By encouraging young people to aim high and believe in their abilities, we can help them break out of the cycle of poverty.
