Nothing can be predicted. Nobody can give a reason why something happened in this way and not in another. Stronger than all predictions are coincidence and contradiction.' John
The quote from Sten Nadolny's "The Discovery of Slowness" emphasizes the unpredictability of life and events. It suggests that no matter how much we attempt to foresee outcomes, the reality is shaped more by random occurrences and contradictions than by our forecasts. This highlights the limitations of human understanding when it comes to the complexities of existence.
Nadolny’s perspective reflects a philosophical view that challenges the notion of control and certainty. In a world filled with unforeseen circumstances, it is the coincidences and contradictions that often dictate the course of events, reminding us that acceptance of uncertainty may be more valuable than the pursuit of absolute predictions.
