Endeavor Quote by Don DeLillo
“Certainly I've never tried to imagine what the future will hold. It's a hopeless endeavor to try to do such a thing.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: White Noise, 1985
Imagining the future is futile because it is unknowable and beyond our control.
In simple terms: Future is unknowable.
Key Takeaway
Accept uncertainty.
Themes
uncertainty
future
imagination
Mood
reflective
skeptical
Type
philosophical
literary
When to use this quote
- career planning
- long‑term investing
- personal goal setting
Key Concepts
existentialism
determinism
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you cope with uncertainty?
- What role does imagination play in planning?
A Different Perspective
Future predictions can mislead decisions.
