"在我看来，如果你我必须在两种思想或行动方式中做出选择，我们应该记住我们将死去的事实，并尽力生活，使我们的死亡不会给世界带来任何喜悦。"
— John Steinbeck
Simplified Meaning:
When making decisions in life, think about how you'll be remembered when you're gone. Imagine that you are faced with two choices. One choice might seem simpler, but if it harms others or is selfish, people may feel relief or even happiness when you're no longer around. This suggests you lived in a way that brought more harm than good. For example, consider a manager who can either treat their employees well or exploit them for short-term gains. If they choose exploitation, employees might feel happy when the manager leaves or retires. On the other hand, if the manager is kind and fair, people will be sad to lose them, remembering the positive impact they had. So, aim to be the kind of person who, when gone, is missed and appreciated. Make choices that contribute to the well-being of others, and lead a life that leaves a positive mark on the world.
