We always want more, he thought, we always take our past successes for granted and assume they point the way to future success. But the universe does not have our own best interests at heart, and to assume for a moment that it does, ever did or ever might is to make the most calamitous and hubristic of mistakes.
The quote reflects on the human tendency to expect continued success based on past achievements. It suggests that people often become complacent, believing that their previous victories guarantee future ones. This mindset can lead to overconfidence and a disregard for the unpredictable nature of the universe.
The author warns against this hubris, emphasizing that the universe does not cater to our desires or aspirations. Assuming that past success will ensure future triumphs is depicted as a grave error, challenging readers to stay humble and vigilant in the face of uncertainty.
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