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Mesa-selimovic Quote by Meša Selimović

“Opet sam sam. Možda je i najbolje tako, ne očekuješ pomoć i ne bojiš se izdaje. Sam. Učiniću sve što mogu, ne uzdajući se u podršku koje nema, i onda je moje sve što postignem, i zlo i dobro.” quote by Meša Selimović
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““Opet sam sam. Možda je i najbolje tako, ne očekuješ pomoć i ne bojiš se izdaje. Sam. Učiniću sve što mogu, ne uzdajući se u podršku koje nema, i onda je moje sve što postignem, i zlo i dobro.””

Meša Selimović

About This Quote

Source Novel: Dervish and Death by Meša Selimović, 1966

The speaker embraces solitude, relying on personal effort without expecting help, accepting both good and bad outcomes of his actions.

In simple terms: Accepting alone, doing what one can, and owning all results.

Key Takeaway

Act independently, accept all consequences.

Themes

solitude self-reliance acceptance responsibility

Mood

reflective determined

Type

philosophical motivational

When to use this quote

  • personal challenges
  • career setbacks
  • creative projects
  • relationship struggles

Key Concepts

existentialism personal agency moral duality

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you balance self-reliance with seeking support?
  • What risks arise from refusing help?
A Different Perspective

Relying solely on oneself can lead to burnout or isolation.

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