Life is like a game of cards. The hand that is dealt you represents determinism; the way you play it is free will.

Summary

This quote compares life to a game of cards, suggesting that while certain circumstances in life are beyond our control (represented by the hand that is dealt to us), we still have the ability to make choices and influence the outcome (represented by the way we play the hand, i.e., exercising our free will). It highlights the interplay between determinism, the belief that events are predetermined, and free will, our capacity to make choices. It implies that success or fulfillment in life is not solely determined by the hand we are given but also how we navigate and use our agency.