Arguing Quote by Derek Raymond
““It seems to me that no matter whether you marry, settle down or live with a bird or not, certain ones simply have your number on them, like bombs in the war; and even if you don’t happen to like them all that much there’s nothing you can do about it — unless you’re prepared to spend a lifetime arguing fate out of existence, which you could probably do if you tried but I’m not the type. —Crust on Its Uppers, p. 87””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Crust on Its Uppers, p. 87, 1990
Some people are destined to cause trouble, like hidden bombs, and fighting fate is futile unless you accept it.
In simple terms: Certain people are inevitable troublemakers.
Key Takeaway
Accept or avoid inevitable conflicts.
Themes
fate
conflict
relationships
Mood
reflective
melancholy
Type
philosophical
literary
When to use this quote
- marriage
- cohabitation
- friendships
- workplace interactions
Key Concepts
determinism
personal agency
social dynamics
Questions to Reflect On
- Can we change our reactions to inevitable people?
- When is it better to disengage?
A Different Perspective
Not all conflicts can be resolved through willpower.
