The human heart has a tiresome tendency to label as fate only what crushes it. But happiness likewise, in its way, is without reason, since it is inevitable.
In his work "The Myth of Sisyphus and Other Essays," Albert Camus reflects on the human inclination to attribute the term "fate" to experiences that cause suffering. He suggests that this tendency can lead people to view their misfortunes as inevitable, while overlooking the randomness that also accompanies happiness. The heart often holds onto the weight of despair more readily than it recognizes joy.
Camus argues that, much like suffering, happiness comes without a logical explanation and exists as an undeniable part of life. He emphasizes that joy is just as much a part of the human experience as pain, and it occurs spontaneously, often independent of circumstances. By acknowledging both suffering and happiness, we can gain a more balanced understanding of life's complexities.
