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“How can you think about the world without factoring in the unforseen, the fluke event?” quote by Paul Auster
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“How can you think about the world without factoring in the unforseen, the fluke event?”

Paul Auster

About This Quote

Source Novel: "The New York Trilogy", 1987

Unpredictable events must be considered when understanding the world.

In simple terms: Expect the unexpected.

Key Takeaway

Plan for uncertainty.

Themes

uncertainty planning philosophy

Mood

analytical curious

Type

philosophical practical

When to use this quote

  • project management
  • personal goal setting
  • risk assessment

Key Concepts

probability theory existentialism

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you balance preparation with flexibility?
  • When is it okay to ignore unlikely events?
A Different Perspective

Over‑planning can cause paralysis.

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