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What does it mean?
The speaker believes fate has dictated the major choices in their life.
In plain terms
I feel my life path was decided by fate.
What can you take from it?
Believing in fate can provide comfort or reduce personal agency.

Where it applies

  • reflecting on life
  • discussing destiny
  • admitting lack of control

Putting it to work

  • accept circumstances
  • reflect on choices
  • find meaning

Questions to consider

  • Do you believe in fate?
  • How much control do you feel you have?

Another view

Attributing life to fate may neglect the role of personal decisions.

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