I have noticed that even those who assert that everything is predestined and that we can change nothing about it still look both ways before they cross the street

Summary

This quote suggests the human instinct for self-preservation prevails even in those who hold deterministic beliefs. Despite believing in predestination and the belief that events are predetermined and unalterable, individuals still exhibit caution and summon a sense of agency by looking both ways before crossing the street. It illustrates the paradoxical nature of human behavior, where individuals often act against their professed beliefs, prioritizing personal safety in the face of potential danger, regardless of their philosophical stance.

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