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Black hole Quote by Douglas Adams

“Same as you, Arthur. I hitched a ride. After all, with a degree in maths and another in astrophysics it was either that or back to the dole queue on Monday. Sorry I missed the Wednesday lunch date, but I was in a black hole all morning.” quote by Douglas Adams
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““Same as you, Arthur. I hitched a ride. After all, with a degree in maths and another in astrophysics it was either that or back to the dole queue on Monday. Sorry I missed the Wednesday lunch date, but I was in a black hole all morning.””

Douglas Adams

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy by Douglas Adams, 1979

A scientist chooses a risky job over unemployment, using humor to highlight the absurdity of everyday choices.

In simple terms: Choosing work over idleness, even if absurd.

Key Takeaway

Embrace opportunity despite uncertainty.

Themes

humor career choice

Mood

witty reflective

Type

anecdotal motivational

When to use this quote

  • job interview
  • career change
  • financial stress
  • daily decision making

Key Concepts

existential risk social pressure

Questions to Reflect On

  • What risks are you avoiding?
  • How does humor affect your view of work?
A Different Perspective

The joke may downplay real economic hardship.

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