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"在假设别人有责任赋予你生命意义和方向的想法中有某种幼稚的成分。"

Richard Dawkins

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When people think it's up to someone else to make their life important and meaningful, it's like acting like a child. Just like children rely on their parents for almost everything, a grown-up should understand that finding purpose is their own job, not anyone else's. Imagine a person waiting for their friend to tell them what job to take or what hobby to pursue; they'll feel lost and dependent. Grown-ups should take charge of their own lives. For example, if you want to be happy or successful, you need to work on it yourself instead of expecting others to do it for you. This means discovering what you love to do and setting your own goals. It is important to take responsibility for your dreams and ambitions rather than blaming others if you're unhappy. By doing so, you become stronger and more independent.

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Accountability Adulting Autonomy Existentialism Independence Meaning of life Personal growth Responsibility Self-discovery Self-reliance
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