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“Above all, it's never blind chance: it's a chance that is always planned, but also always surprising. And I need it in order to carry on, in order to eradicate my mistakes, to destroy what I've worked out wrong, to introduce something different and disruptive. I'm often astonished to find how much…” quote by Gerhard Richter
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“Above all, it's never blind chance: it's a chance that is always planned, but also always surprising. And I need it in order to carry on, in order to eradicate my mistakes, to destroy what I've worked out wrong, to introduce something different and disruptive. I'm often astonished to find how much better chance is than I am.”

Gerhard Richter

About This Quote

Chance is not random; it is a planned yet surprising element that drives growth and correction of errors.

In simple terms: Planned surprise fuels improvement and change.

Key Takeaway

Embrace planned uncertainty.

Themes

chance planning surprise growth

Mood

analytical optimistic

Type

strategic inspirational

When to use this quote

  • career development
  • artistic creation
  • problem solving
  • innovation

Key Concepts

strategy creativity risk management

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you balance planning with openness to surprise?
  • What role does chance play in your personal growth?
A Different Perspective

Over‑reliance on chance can lead to instability.

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