Fate Quote by Dan Wells
““I think it's interesting," he said, "that you used the word 'compulsions.' That kind of removes the issue of responsibility." "But I'm taking responsibility," I said. "I'm trying to stop it." "You are," he said, "and that's very admirable, but you started this whole conversation by saying that 'fate' wants you to be a serial killer. If you tell yourself that it's your destiny to become a serial killer, then aren't you really just dodging reponsibility by passing the blame to fate?””
About This Quote
Source Novel: “The Dreamer” (2015)
He challenges the idea that fate excuses wrongdoing, urging personal accountability.
In simple terms: Fate isn’t an excuse.
Key Takeaway
Accept responsibility.
Themes
psychology
free will
morality
Mood
thought‑provoking
serious
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- therapy sessions
- ethical debates
- personal growth
Key Concepts
literature
dialogue
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you ever blame fate?
- How can you reclaim agency?
A Different Perspective
People may cling to fatalism for comfort.
![“Man blindly works the will of fate. [Ger., Blindlings that er blos den Willen des Geschickes.]” quote by Christoph Martin Wieland](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/661/christoph-martin-wieland-35565_blindly_man-blindly-works-the-will-of-fate-ger-b_3452.jpg)
