Bad fortune Quote by Francois de La Rochefoucauld
“Good and bad fortune are found severally to visit those who have the most of the one or the other.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Maximes by La Rochefoucauld, 1665
Fortune alternates between good and bad, often favoring those who experience both extremes.
In simple terms: Good and bad luck come in turns, especially to those who have much of either.
Key Takeaway
Accept the ebb and flow of luck.
Themes
fortune
balance
human nature
Mood
reflective
philosophical
Type
maxim
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal finance
- relationships
- career decisions
- risk management
Key Concepts
probability
dualism
fate
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you notice patterns of luck in your life?
- How can you prepare for both good and bad fortunes?
A Different Perspective
It may oversimplify complex causes behind success and failure.
