Happy marriage Quote by Margot Lee Shetterly
““When seasoned by the subtleties of accident, harmony, favor, wisdom, and inevitability, luck takes on the cast of serendipity. Serendipity happens when a well-trained mind looking for one thing encounters something else: the unexpected. It comes from being in a position to seize opportunity from the happy marriage of time, place, and chance. It was serendipity that called her in the countdown to John Glenn’s flight.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Hidden Figures by Margot Lee Shetterly, 2016
Luck appears as serendipity when prepared minds meet unexpected opportunities, blending timing, place, and chance.
In simple terms: Preparedness turns chance into serendipity.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate skill and stay alert for unexpected chances.
Themes
preparedness
opportunity
serendipity
chance
timing
Mood
hopeful
inspired
curious
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- research
- career breakthroughs
- creative problem solving
- networking
- innovation
Key Concepts
incubation
recognition
agency
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you position yourself to notice unexpected opportunities?
- What habits help you recognize serendipity?
A Different Perspective
Serendipity also depends on external factors beyond personal control.
