This is a call to action — don't waste your youthful years in laziness or trivial pursuits, because time flies and regret comes too late. It emphasizes the preciousness of youth.
From Yue Fei's famous poem '满江红' (Man Jiang Hong), a patriotic general. The line is widely quoted in Chinese education to motivate diligence.
Chinese culture places immense value on industriousness and seizing the moment (只争朝夕). This saying is a motivational tool, instilling a sense of urgency and responsibility in the young.
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