“He who cannot obey himself will be commanded”
— Friedrich Nietzsche
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Simplified Meaning:
If you cannot control your own actions and decisions, others will end up making choices for you. For instance, imagine a student who never studies or does their homework. Eventually, their parents or teachers will step in and make strict rules for them because they can't manage their own time well enough. It's like if you don't manage your money wisely, you might end up with debts, and then the bank or creditors will dictate how you spend your money. In life, being able to make good choices and stick to them means you have freedom. But if you can't, other people or circumstances will take control, and you lose that freedom. So, learning to discipline yourself means you stay in charge of your life.
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