“Life is a story without an author.”
What this quote means
Hedayat expresses an existentialist vision: life has no predetermined script or divine author. Each person is free to give meaning to their existence, but this freedom is also a responsibility. This idea can be liberating or anxiety-inducing, depending on perspective.
How to apply it daily
Take a moment to write your own 'story': what are the past, present, and future chapters? Reflect on what you want to write next, knowing you are the author.
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