The document discusses how people work hard to avoid pain, hunger, and not being able to provide basic needs. It then lists hypothetical negative situations that could occur if one fails to take action, such as a son calling his father "good for nothing" for not providing money. It encourages the reader to write down what they could experience if they fail to pay rent or give money to family, and what they could experience if they do take action. The purpose is to motivate the reader to take action now rather than wait, as it may be too late later. It also promotes a story about how a young man overcame pains and difficulties to change his life and make money.