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“How strange a Chequer Work of Providence is the Life of Man! and by what secret differing Springs are the Affections hurry'd about as differing Circumstances present! To Day we love what to Morrow we hate; to Day we seek what to Morrow we shun; to Day we desire what to Morrow we fear; nay even…” quote by Daniel Defoe
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““How strange a Chequer Work of Providence is the Life of Man! and by what secret differing Springs are the Affections hurry'd about as differing Circumstances present! To Day we love what to Morrow we hate; to Day we seek what to Morrow we shun; to Day we desire what to Morrow we fear; nay even tremble at the Apprehensions of;””

Daniel Defoe

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Human emotions and desires shift unpredictably with circumstances, revealing life's paradoxical nature.

In simple terms: Feelings change with circumstances.

Key Takeaway

Accept life's unpredictability and adapt.

Themes

change emotion paradox life circumstance

Mood

thoughtful melancholic

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • relationship dynamics
  • career decisions
  • personal growth
  • emotional regulation
  • creative writing

Key Concepts

psychology philosophy of fate human nature

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you cope with changing emotions?
  • What drives your emotional shifts?
A Different Perspective

May cause anxiety about instability.

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