Like a Moth

The narrative unfolds during a business trip to Japan, where a dinner with Japanese executives takes a reflective turn. A senior Sumitomo executive shares a poignant joke that encapsulates the paradox of life stages: youth with time and health but lacking money, middle age with wealth and health but no time, and old age with both money and time but diminished health. This moment highlights the complexities of success and the inevitable trade-offs in life, providing a thought-provoking commentary on the pursuit of happiness and fulfillment.