Quote by Thomas Merton

I cannot make the universe obey me. I cannot make other people conform to my own whims and fancies. I cannot make even my own body obey me.

I cannot make the universe obey me. I cannot make other peop

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This quote acknowledges that there are certain limitations to our control and influence in the world. It emphasizes our inability to exert absolute authority over things beyond our control, including the universe, other people, and even our own physical bodies. It serves as a reminder to accept and navigate these limitations rather than striving for control in areas where it is simply unattainable.

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By Thomas Merton

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