"聪明人创造自己的天堂,而愚蠢人继承自己的地狱。"
— Fernando Pessoa
Simplified Meaning:
People who make smart choices and put effort into their lives often end up happy and successful. For example, someone who works hard, learns new skills, and treats others with kindness is likely to achieve their goals and find personal satisfaction. On the other hand, people who make poor choices, like being lazy or treating others badly, often end up facing many problems and regrets. Imagine two students: one studies diligently and helps classmates, while the other skips classes and is rude. The first student is likely to do well in school and have positive relationships, creating a 'heaven' for themselves. The second student might fail classes and have trouble with friends, creating a difficult life, or 'hell,' for themselves. So, by making good decisions, anyone can improve their life and surroundings.