“Everyone seems to have a clear idea of how other people should lead their lives, but none about his or her own.”
— Paulo Coelho
Simplified Meaning:
People often have strong opinions on how others should live. They think they know the best way for their friends, family, or even strangers to act and make decisions. For example, someone might say their friend should get a job in a certain field, or a family member should move to a new city, believing these changes will make others happier. While they do this, they usually don’t spend as much effort figuring out their own choices or problems. They might avoid thinking deeply about their own goals or how to improve their daily routine. Instead, they focus on others’ lives because it’s easier and makes them feel knowledgeable. To make the best use of this idea, try to focus on your own life, setting personal goals and making decisions that make you happy, rather than telling others what they should do.
