Believe Quote by David Levithan
“We always loved to say 'If I'd had a Monday-morning class, I never would have met you'. Or 'If you'd been reading something else, none of this would have happened'. We didn't believe in fate, but we believed in serendipity. We felt very lucky.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: Every Day by David Levithan, 2012
We acknowledge that small choices shape relationships, yet we attribute their significance to chance and serendipity.
In simple terms: Small choices feel fated; we credit luck.
Key Takeaway
Embrace serendipity, but own your choices.
Themes
relationships
chance
serendipity
choice
Mood
reflective
hopeful
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- first meetings
- online dating
- career networking
- creative collaborations
Key Concepts
fate
luck
agency
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you credit luck or agency for key moments?
- How can you balance serendipity with intentional action?
A Different Perspective
Attributing outcomes solely to luck can diminish personal responsibility.
