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"人的责任对于他自己的本性与对于其他一切事物是一样的,即不是遵循它,而是修改它。"

John Stuart Mill

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People shouldn't just always do what comes naturally to them; instead, they should work on improving themselves. Imagine a student who finds it easy to be lazy and play video games instead of studying. If he just follows his natural tendencies, he might not do well in school and might struggle later in life. However, if he makes an effort to change his habits, like setting aside time each day for homework, he can become more disciplined and achieve better results. This idea applies to all areas of life. For example, if someone tends to get angry quickly, they should try to stay calm and understand how to handle their emotions better. By doing this, people can become better versions of themselves, both in how they act and how they feel.

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Duty Ethics Human nature Moral responsibility Personal growth Philosophy Responsibility Self-discipline Self-improvement
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