Coffin Quote by Idries Shah
““Call yourself unlucky only if you take up coffin-making and people stop dying.””
About This Quote
It suggests that blaming bad luck is an excuse for avoiding responsibility; true misfortune comes from one's choices.
In simple terms: Blaming luck hides personal responsibility.
Key Takeaway
Own your choices, not luck.
Themes
responsibility
luck
self‑accountability
Mood
reflective
critical
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- career decisions
- health choices
- financial planning
- relationship dynamics
Key Concepts
causality
personal agency
Questions to Reflect On
- What choices are you blaming on luck?
- How can you take control of your outcomes?
A Different Perspective
Luck cannot change outcomes that are self‑inflicted.
