Tahir Shah, in his book "In Arabian Nights: A Caravan of Moroccan Dreams," discusses the detrimental effects of a lack of challenges on motivation and effort. He argues that when there are no obstacles to overcome, individuals lose their drive to work hard. This complacency leads to a culture of laziness, where people elect to take the easy route rather than striving for success.

Shah likens lazy individuals to cancer, suggesting that their inactivity can spread and negatively impact society as a whole. He warns that if this mentality prevails, it could ultimately lead to the downfall of a nation, emphasizing the importance of embracing challenges to foster resilience and hard work.