Quote by Erica Jong

Take your life in your own hands and what happens? A terrible thing: no one is to blame.

Take your life in your own hands and what happens? A terribl

Summary

This quote reflects the notion that when individuals choose to actively govern and control their own lives, they accept full responsibility for their actions and outcomes. It suggests that the consequences of taking charge can sometimes be unfavorable or disastrous, without the ability to attribute blame to external factors. It implies that taking ownership of one's life requires the acknowledgment that success or failure rests solely on personal decisions and efforts, highlighting the magnitude of self-accountability.

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