Quote by Aldous Huxley

My fate cannot be mastered; it can only be collaborated with and thereby, to some extent, directed. Nor am I the captain of my soul; I am only its noisiest passenger.

My fate cannot be mastered; it can only be collaborated with

Summary

This quote expresses the idea that one cannot fully control their fate or life's course. Instead of complete mastery, collaboration is suggested as the more attainable approach. It implies that through active participation and understanding, one can partially influence and direct their fate. Furthermore, the quote humbly highlights that individuals are not in complete command of their own souls but rather mere passengers, suggesting that they may not always have complete control over their thoughts, emotions, or actions and are subject to the whims of their inner selves.

By Aldous Huxley

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