I have thought this way several times in my life but only when circumstances have led me to a bad pass. No man who has chosen well and wisely will ever credit it to fate; the only real fatalist is a man on his way down the pipe. There is no solace in fatalism.

Summary

This quote emphasizes that people often tend to embrace fatalistic beliefs only when they find themselves in a difficult situation or when their choices have led to negative outcomes. The quote suggests that those who have made wise decisions are unlikely to attribute their success solely to fate, highlighting that the true fatalists are those who are spiraling downward. It implies that fatalism offers no comfort or consolation as it diminishes the importance of personal agency and the power of making informed choices.

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