Tomorrow Quote by Cormac McCarthy
““People were always getting ready for tomorrow. I didnt believe in that. Tomorrow wasnt getting ready for them. It didnt even know they were there.””
About This Quote
People prepare for tomorrow, but tomorrow has no agency; it's indifferent to human plans.
In simple terms: Tomorrow is indifferent to our plans.
Key Takeaway
Accept uncertainty of the future.
Themes
future
preparation
indifference
Mood
contemplative
resigned
Type
existential
motivational
When to use this quote
- project planning
- goal setting
- risk assessment
- daily routines
Key Concepts
existentialism
human agency
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you stay flexible?
- What does acceptance look like?
A Different Perspective
Planning can be futile without adaptability.
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