“If you’re absent during my struggle don’t expect to be present during my success.”

Simplified Meaning:

When someone is going through tough times, they need support and help from friends and family. If someone is not there to help during these hard moments, it’s unfair for them to suddenly show up and expect to share in the good times later on. Imagine a student working hard to prepare for an important exam. They may need encouragement and assistance from classmates, but if a classmate ignores them and offers no help, it's wrong for that classmate to want to celebrate if the student scores really well. This saying teaches us the importance of being loyal and supportive friends. To apply this in life, make sure to be there for people not just when they are doing well, but also when they are facing challenges. This builds stronger, more genuine relationships.