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What does it mean?
Life's major events often depend on tiny accidents, and realizing how close one came to disaster can be frightening.
In plain terms
Small accidents decide big life events.
What can you take from it?
Reflect on how fragile life can be.

Where it applies

  • reviewing past choices
  • feeling lucky
  • facing mortality

Putting it to work

  • appreciate survival
  • consider alternative paths

Questions to consider

  • What small events changed your life?
  • How close have you come to danger?

Another view

Overthinking chance can cause unnecessary anxiety.

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