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Hazard has conditioned us to live in hazard. All our…

“Hazard has conditioned us to live in hazard. All our pleasures are dependant upon it. Even though I arrange for a pleasure; and look forward to it, my eventual enjoyment of it is still a matter of hazard. Wherever time passes, there is hazard. You may die before you turn the next page.” quote by John Fowles
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“Hazard has conditioned us to live in hazard. All our pleasures are dependant upon it. Even though I arrange for a pleasure; and look forward to it, my eventual enjoyment of it is still a matter of hazard. Wherever time passes, there is hazard. You may die before you turn the next page.”

John Fowles

About This Quote

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

Life’s pleasures are intertwined with risk; enjoyment depends on confronting hazard.

In simple terms: Pleasure comes with danger.

Key Takeaway

Embrace risk for richer experience.

Themes

risk pleasure uncertainty existence choice

Mood

thoughtful analytical

Type

philosophical literary

When to use this quote

  • decision making
  • adventure sports
  • creative projects
  • relationship dynamics

Key Concepts

existentialism psychology philosophy

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does risk shape your desires?
  • Can safety ever be truly satisfying?
A Different Perspective

Risk can lead to harm or loss.

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