Choice Quote by Emil M. Cioran
““We make choices, decisions, as long as we keep to the surface of things; once we reach the depths, we can neither choose nor decide, we can do nothing but regret the surface….””
About This Quote
Source Book: The New Testament in Its Own Words, 1975
When we dig deep into existence, free will disappears and regret replaces agency.
In simple terms: Deep insight removes choice, leaving regret.
Key Takeaway
Accept limits, avoid over‑analysis.
Themes
existentialism
regret
free will
depth
illusion
Mood
melancholic
reflective
Type
philosophical
literary
When to use this quote
- personal crisis
- ethical decision making
- creative block
- spiritual searching
Key Concepts
philosophy
nihilism
determinism
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you feel regret when you over‑think?
- Can depth ever be liberating?
A Different Perspective
Even at depth, some agency may remain through acceptance.
