Chance Quote by Wisława Szymborska
““Nothing Twice Nothing can ever happen twice. In consequence, the sorry fact is that we arrive here improvised and leave without the chance to practice. Even if there is no one dumber, if you’re the planet’s biggest dunce, you can’t repeat the class in summer: this course is only offered once. No day copies yesterday, no two nights will teach what bliss is in precisely the same way, with exactly the same kisses. One day, perhaps, some idle tongue mentions your name by accident: I feel as if a rose were flung into the room, all hue and scent. The next day, though you’re here with me, I can’t help looking at the clock: A rose? A rose? What could that be? Is it a flower or a rock? Why do we treat the fleeting day with so much needless fear and sorrow? It’s in its nature not to stay: today is always gone tomorrow. With smiles and kisses, we prefer to seek accord beneath our star, although we’re different (we concur) just as two drops of water are.””
About This Quote
Each moment is unique; we cannot repeat experiences, so we should cherish fleeting beauty without fearing impermanence.
In simple terms: Life’s moments are singular and unrepeatable.
Key Takeaway
Embrace transience, avoid needless fear.
Themes
impermanence
beauty
presence
acceptance
Mood
poetic
melancholic
Type
philosophical reflection
lyrical meditation
When to use this quote
- appreciating a sunset
- savoring a conversation
- recognizing a one‑time opportunity
Key Concepts
existential awareness
mindfulness
Practical Applications
- practice mindfulness to fully experience each moment
Questions to Reflect On
- How does recognizing impermanence affect daily choices?
- Can acceptance of transience reduce fear?
A Different Perspective
Over‑emphasis on uniqueness may cause anxiety about change.
