“Only the guy who isn’t rowing has time to rock the boat.”
— Jean Paul Sartre
Simplified Meaning:
When everyone in a group is working together and putting in effort, there isn't time to cause trouble or create problems. For example, imagine a team of rowers in a boat. Each person has to concentrate and row to keep the boat moving smoothly. If someone stops rowing and starts shaking the boat, they disrupt the team's progress. This is because they aren't contributing to the work that needs to be done. In real life, this idea can be seen in a workplace where everyone is busy meeting deadlines, except one person who spends time complaining or causing issues instead of helping. To apply this lesson, focus on your own responsibilities and work together with others rather than causing distractions. This way, you contribute to the group's success rather than holding it back.
