Eating is always a decision, nobody forces your hand to pick up food and put it into your mouth.
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The emotionally mature individual should completely accept the fact that we live in a world of probability and chance, where there are not, nor probably ever will be, any absolute certainties, and should realize that it is not at all horrible, indeed—such a probabilistic, uncertain world.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Emotional maturity involves accepting uncertainty and unpredictability in life.
This quote by Albert Ellis emphasizes the importance of acknowledging the inherent uncertainties and probabilities of life. Instead of fearing the lack of absolute certainties, a mature individual should embrace this reality, understanding that uncertainty can lead to growth and adaptability rather than despair.
Themes
CertaintyUncertaintyMaturityProbabilityAcceptance
In practice
Example use cases
During a motivational speech about embracing life's uncertainties.
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