Chance meeting Quote by Haruki Murakami
“You and he might never cross paths again. Of course, a chance meeting could occur, and I hope it happens. I really do, for your sake. But realistically speaking, you have to see theres a huge possibility youll never be able to meet him again. And even if you do meet, he might already be married to somebody else. He might have two kids. Isnt that so? And in that case, you may have to live the rest of your life alone, never being joined with the one person you love in all the world. Dont you find that scary?”
About This Quote
Source Novel: Norwegian Wood by Haruki Murakami, 1987
The speaker worries that a beloved person may never be met again, or may be unavailable, creating a fear of lifelong loneliness.
In simple terms: Fear of missing a chance at love and ending up alone.
Key Takeaway
Accept uncertainty and cherish present moments.
Themes
love
loneliness
uncertainty
fate
Mood
anxious
melancholic
hopeful
Type
reflective
philosophical
When to use this quote
- long‑distance relationships
- unrequited love
- life planning
- personal growth
Key Concepts
existential dread
relationship anxiety
future speculation
Questions to Reflect On
- What would you do if you could not meet this person?
- How can you find meaning without that specific relationship?
A Different Perspective
The quote assumes the worst‑case scenario without considering possible reconnections or new relationships.
