For rarely man escapes his destiny.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- People rarely avoid the fate that is meant for them.
- In plain terms
- You cannot escape what is destined to happen.
- What can you take from it?
- Accept that some outcomes are inevitable.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What feels inevitable in your life?
- Can you change your destiny?
Another view
Many people do change their course through choices.
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