“You cannot subsidize irresponsibility and expect people to become more responsible”

Simplified Meaning:

When you reward or support bad behavior, don’t expect people to start behaving better. Imagine a child who doesn't do their homework but still gets a new toy every day. This child won't learn the importance of doing their homework because they get what they want regardless of their actions. Likewise, if a student always relies on someone else to finish their projects and gets good grades without putting in any effort, they'll never understand the value of hard work. It’s similar in a workplace where employees who slack off get paid the same as those who work hard. Such employees won't see the need to improve their performance. If you want people to take responsibility, there has to be a connection between their actions and the outcome. Encouraging and rewarding good behaviors while holding people accountable for their mistakes can help guide them toward being more responsible in the long run.