Each player must accept the cards life deals him or her; but once they are in hand, he or she alone must decide how to play the cars in order to win the game.

Summary

This quote emphasizes personal agency and accountability in one's own life. It suggests that while we cannot control the circumstances we are dealt in life, such as our upbringing, background, or even the challenges we face, we have the power to determine our own choices and actions. Like a game, life presents us with different cards, symbolizing opportunities or obstacles, and it is up to us to make the most of them, strategize, and make decisions that will lead us towards success or "winning the game" in our own terms.