"私は平穏な奴隷状態よりも危険な自由を好む"
— Thomas Jefferson
Simplified Meaning:
Sometimes, it's better to deal with risks and uncertainty if it means being free, rather than being safe but without freedom. Imagine a bird in a cage. The bird has food and water, so it's safe and comfortable. But the cage means the bird can't fly or explore the world outside. On the other hand, a wild bird faces dangers like predators and bad weather, but it gets to experience freedom and live its life fully. This idea can apply to people too. For example, someone might choose to start their own business because they want the freedom to make their own decisions, even though it's risky. This choice might be scarier and less predictable, but they value the freedom more than the safety of a regular, controlled job.
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