I want to do what I can lend my talents to, but I want it to be as a human being and not as a two-dimensional character.
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I never used to believe in fate. I used to think you make your own life and then you call it fate. That's why I call it irony.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote reflects the idea that individuals create their own paths in life, rather than being governed by predetermined fate.
Gene Wilder's quote expresses a perspective on the concept of fate versus personal agency, suggesting that while one may attribute occurrences in life to fate, it is ultimately the individual's actions and choices that shape their destiny. By labeling this realization as 'irony', Wilder highlights the contrast between believing in a predetermined course of events and the reality of actively crafting one's life experience, thereby inviting reflection on the deeper implications of free will.
Themes
FateIronyFree WillChoiceLife
In practice
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In a motivational seminar discussing personal growth.
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