Some people believe in fate like they believe in bedtime, it’s just how things work. Others think we choose our own paths, like picking which toy to play with. Why do some pick one over the other? It depends on their life experiences and what kind of stories they tell themselves.
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- A kid who always wins the lottery thinks it’s because of a magical wish he made years ago.
- Someone who gets fired from their job, but immediately lands another one, thinks fate is working in their favor.
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See also
- What Makes a Question 'Unanswerable'?
- How Do People Decide What to Believe?
- Why Do People Like ‘Riddles’ and Puzzles?
- Why Do Some People See Ghosts and Others Don't?
- What Is the Meaning of Life?
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