Historical-romance-romance Quote by Marija Jurić Zagorka
““Nema sudbine! Život zna samo tragediju ili lakrdiju, koju odigravamo sami sebi. Jedni dobro, drugi loše! A to zovemo srećom ili nesrećom.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Veličanstvena tajna, 1927
Life offers only tragedy or comedy, both performed by ourselves; happiness and misfortune are labels we assign.
In simple terms: Life is a self‑directed drama of joy or sorrow.
Key Takeaway
Recognize your role in shaping outcomes.
Themes
choice
responsibility
perception
fate
happiness
Mood
reflective
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- career decisions
- mental health
- creative projects
Key Concepts
Existentialism
Stoicism
subjective reality
Questions to Reflect On
- What aspects of your life feel self‑created?
- How do you differentiate fate from personal choice?
A Different Perspective
It ignores external forces that limit agency.
