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“But I said that you could still want something that is very unlikely to happen.” quote by Mark Haddon
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“But I said that you could still want something that is very unlikely to happen.”

Mark Haddon

About This Quote

It highlights the persistence of desire for improbable outcomes, reflecting human optimism or irrational hope.

In simple terms: Desire for unlikely events

Key Takeaway

Hope drives action despite odds

Themes

optimism irrationality human desire probability psychology

Mood

hopeful reflective

Type

philosophical motivational

When to use this quote

  • making long‑term plans
  • investing in speculative ventures
  • pursuing rare achievements

Key Concepts

hope expectation risk

Practical Applications

  • risk assessment
  • motivational coaching

Questions to Reflect On

  • What drives us to pursue improbable goals?
  • When does hope become detrimental?
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