“No evil dooms us hopelessly except the evil we love, and desire to continue in, and make no effort to escape from.”

Simplified Meaning:

Sometimes, the things that cause us the most harm are the bad habits or harmful behaviors we enjoy and don't want to stop. For example, if someone likes gambling too much, even when they know it's making them lose money and ruining their life, the real problem isn't just the gambling itself; it's that they don't want to quit. They love it so much that they ignore the damage it's causing. This situation feels hopeless not because they can't stop, but because they don’t try to. In life, everyone faces issues or temptations, but we can improve our situation if we actively try to change. Continuing to do something harmful just because it feels good keeps us stuck. To make things better, we must recognize the bad habit and take steps to change it. For instance, if someone is addicted to smoking, they must first want to quit, then make efforts like seeking support or using products to help stop smoking. The first step towards getting out of any bad situation is to genuinely want to and work towards it.