Quote by Haruki Murakami

Tendencies. Yougottendencies. Soevenifyoudideverythingoveragain, yourwholelife, yougottendenciestodojustwhatyoudid, alloveragain. -The Sheep Man.

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Summary

This quote, spoken by The Sheep Man, highlights the notion of tendencies or ingrained patterns of behavior that play a significant role in our lives. It suggests that even if we were to relive our lives multiple times, we would find ourselves inevitably succumbing to the same tendencies and repeating our past actions. These tendencies reflect our personal inclinations, habits, and predispositions, revealing the predictability of human behavior. Overall, this quote underscores the underlying patterns that shape our lives and emphasize the challenge of breaking free from our ingrained actions.

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By Haruki Murakami

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