"我认为在每一个艺术家的生活中,有时你必须在容易的道路和正确的道路之间做出选择。"
— Shakira
Simplified Meaning:
Artists often face moments where they must decide between taking a simple, effortless route or making a choice that feels morally or creatively correct but is more challenging. Imagine an artist who is offered a job that pays well but requires them to create art they don't believe in or enjoy. Taking this job would be easy because it offers quick money, but it might make them unhappy and stop them from creating art they truly care about. Instead, they might choose to work harder, risking less immediate success, but doing work that stays true to their passion and values. This applies not just to artists but to anyone facing difficult decisions where short-term comforts are available, but staying true to oneself and one's beliefs requires more effort. By choosing the harder, right path, a person can find deeper satisfaction and stay true to who they are.