Luck Quote by E. W. Howe
“When a man has no reason to trust himself, he trusts in luck.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Man Who Was Thursday, 1908
Lack of self‑trust leads to reliance on chance rather than agency.
In simple terms: No trust, trust luck.
Key Takeaway
Build self‑confidence to reduce dependence on randomness.
Themes
trust
self‑confidence
agency
Mood
cautious
motivational
Type
psychological
practical
When to use this quote
- decision making
- risk assessment
- personal goal setting
- career planning
Key Concepts
psychology
existentialism
Questions to Reflect On
- What habits strengthen self‑trust?
- When is calculated risk appropriate?
A Different Perspective
Overconfidence can be as harmful as distrust.
