Quote by John P. Lippett

I've been more bossed by my fortune than it has been bossed by me.

I've been more bossed by my fortune than it has been bossed

Summary

This quote suggests that the person feels they have limited control over their own life and success. Instead, they believe that external factors, or "fortune," have played a dominant role in shaping their circumstances and opportunities. The statement implies a sense of resignation or frustration in acknowledging that their actions or decisions may have less significance compared to the whims of fate or external forces that have influenced their outcomes. It reflects a perspective that personal agency and autonomy have been overshadowed by the unpredictable nature of life.

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By John P. Lippett

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