Chance Quote by Charles Simic
“To submit to chance is to reveal the self and its obsessions.”
About This Quote
Source Poetry Collection: Selected Poems, 1995
Yielding to randomness exposes personal desires and hidden compulsions, showing how chance can uncover inner truths.
In simple terms: Chance reveals our hidden obsessions.
Key Takeaway
Embrace uncertainty to discover self.
Themes
self-awareness
randomness
psychology
Mood
introspective
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
literary
When to use this quote
- creative writing
- therapy sessions
- personal reflection
- decision making
Key Concepts
existentialism
self-discovery
Questions to Reflect On
- How does randomness affect your self‑perception?
- What obsessions surface when you let go of control?
A Different Perspective
Random events may not always lead to insight; context matters.
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