Indulging in comfort and pleasure is like drinking poison, leading to ruin or self-destruction.
如果一个集体长期沉溺于安逸享乐，不思进取，那无异于宴安鸩毒，最终会面临困境。
If a group consistently indulges in comfort and pleasure without seeking progress, it is tantamount to 'yan an zhen du,' ultimately leading to difficulties.
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Ancient
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During the Spring and Autumn period, the State of Xing was invaded by the Di people from the north and sought assistance from the State of Qi.
Prime Minister Guan Zhong immediately reported the situation to Duke Huan of Qi. Duke Huan seemed hesitant.
Guan Zhong then remarked, "We cannot disregard the descendants of Duke Zhou. For a state to become steeped in comfort and ease is like 'zhen du' (poisoned wine)."
Convinced by this, Duke Huan decided to dispatch troops to aid the State of Xing.
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