"我们通过倾听和观察变得聪明"
— Alain de Botton
Simplified Meaning:
When we take the time to carefully listen to what others are saying and pay attention to what’s happening around us, we gain knowledge and understanding. For example, think about a student learning from a teacher. By listening to the teacher's lessons and watching how experiments are done, the student can understand the subject better than by just reading books alone. This idea also applies to everyday life. If you listen to other people's experiences and watch how they handle situations, you can learn valuable lessons without having to go through the same challenges yourself. Imagine watching a friend deal with a difficult problem at work. By observing their approach and hearing their thoughts, you can learn strategies for solving similar problems in your own job. In short, paying close attention to others and our surroundings helps us gain insights and become smarter in making decisions. By doing so, we can avoid repeating mistakes and make wiser choices in life.
