One’s character is set at an early age. I'd hate to see you swim out so far you can't swim back.

 

从小看到老，我可不愿看到你做边城浪子回不了头。

 

Sometimes a little discomfort in the beginning can save a whole lot of pain down the road.

 

有时起初的隐忍可以避免一路的疼痛。