I was a victim of a series of accidents, as are we all.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Reflects that people often suffer due to accidents outside their control.
- In plain terms
- We are all victims of accidental chains.
- What can you take from it?
- Acknowledge that luck and accidents shape our lives.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How much is luck vs choice?
- Do we blame ourselves for accidents?
Another view
This might downplay personal agency too much.
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