Chance Quote by Sophocles
“Chance never helps those who do not help themselves.”
About This Quote
Source Play: Antigone, 441 BC
Success requires personal effort; relying solely on luck is futile.
In simple terms: You must help yourself to succeed.
Key Takeaway
Take initiative and act.
Themes
self‑reliance
effort
fate
Mood
determined
inspirational
Type
motivational
literary
When to use this quote
- career advancement
- education
- entrepreneurship
Key Concepts
agency
responsibility
Questions to Reflect On
- What can you do today to help yourself?
- When does help from others become necessary?
A Different Perspective
Self‑help may not overcome systemic barriers.
