"好心没好报"
— Oscar Wilde
Simplified Meaning:
Sometimes, when you do something nice for others, it can backfire and cause you trouble instead of gratitude. This idea is seen in many situations. For example, if you help a friend financially when they are in need, they might later expect you always to help them, and if you can't, they could become upset with you. Or think of a person who stands up for a colleague at work but then faces criticism or suffers because of office politics. It suggests that good actions don't always lead to good outcomes and can have unintended negative consequences. Knowing this can help someone prepare for possible downsides when they choose to help others, weighing risks before acting. Yet, it doesn’t mean you should stop doing good but be aware of potential challenges that might arise.
