Acceptance Quote by Thomas Hardy
““She had the hard, half-apathetic expression of one who deems anything possible at the hands of time and chance, except perhaps fair play””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Tess of the d'Urbervilles, 1891
A character sees possibilities as shaped by time and chance, yet doubts fairness will ever be present.
In simple terms: Possibilities depend on chance, not fairness.
Key Takeaway
Recognize limits of fairness in planning.
Themes
chance
fairness
uncertainty
Mood
thoughtful
melancholic
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- career planning
- legal battles
- personal relationships
- creative projects
Key Concepts
determinism
existential doubt
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you rely on luck or effort?
- How do you define fairness?
A Different Perspective
Overemphasis on chance can lead to fatalism.
