"الرجل الذي يسمح لزعيم بتحديد مساره هو حطام يتم سحبه إلى كومة الخردة"
— Ayn Rand
Simplified Meaning:
When someone constantly follows what others tell them to do without thinking for themselves, they end up in a bad situation. Imagine a person who never makes their own decisions and always waits for others to tell them what to do; this is like a broken-down car being pulled to the junkyard. The car has no power or control over where it's going; it's just being dragged along. Similarly, a person who doesn't take charge of their own life will go nowhere meaningful and might end up being forgotten or unsuccessful. To avoid this, people should learn to think for themselves, make their own choices, and take responsibility for their lives. For example, if you're always waiting for your boss to tell you every little task at work, you won't develop new skills or show initiative, and you'll likely miss out on promotions or respect from your colleagues. Instead, take the lead on projects, bring new ideas to the table, and show that you can handle responsibility. By doing so, you'll grow more confident and capable, steering your own path instead of just following others.