During a person's childhood, they can either learn how to sustain a life outside of their home, or they can spend their entire life living in luxury. At the time, being wealthy may appear like the better option but in the end, it is more satisfying to know you have the ability to set a goal and work towards it.
This type of situation is exactly what Pi Patel describes in the novel, Life of Pi, by Yann Martel. Many of Pi's animals have spent their entire life living in the zoo, daily receiving food and water, and he explains that if they were to be set free into the wild they were sure to die within days. He states this with confidence because he knows they would be unable to provide for themselves -- unable to survive on their own.
On the other hand, he describes how some animals would last a lifetime if they were returned to their natural habitat. Why? Pi says it is because his family has taken many animals away from their home and placed them into captivity. If a person grows up never once having to do chores, then they will enter the real world and suffer. For example they may not be able to independently do laundry or effectively clean the kitchen.
Like a turtle leaving its shell, the first time you leave your home will be difficult, but for those who spend their life training for reality, the experience will be more rewarding. We, as people, are the animals of the zoo. For many, leaving home means gaining freedom but for others it means losing their freedom and entering a mysterious world they won't survive in for more than a day.
Great job! I like the beginning when you talked about being wealthy. Nice job.
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