"Quien vive por la bola de cristal comerá vidrio roto"
— Ray Dalio
Simplified Meaning:
When someone depends too much on predicting the future, they are likely to fail and get hurt in the process. Imagine a person trying to guess what will happen in the stock market. If they invest all their money based on predictions, and those predictions turn out to be wrong, they could lose everything. Similarly, think of a weather forecaster who always predicts sunny days without considering other possibilities. If a storm unexpectedly hits, people who trusted the forecast will be unprepared and might suffer as a result. To apply this to your life, it’s important to plan for the future but also stay flexible and ready for unexpected changes. Don’t rely totally on predictions or assumptions without considering other outcomes. This way, you can avoid being caught off guard and can handle surprises better. Always have a backup plan and adapt as necessary, which will help you manage risks and avoid major setbacks.
