I’m reminded in quantum physics theory that we can know the probability of a quantum event only given a length of time. Indeed, at least at current understanding, thats all we can know is a probability until we actually take a measurement. And when we observe whether that quantum event has occurred or not, we fundamentally change it. The act of our observing limits the future possibilities.
Luck does not seem to depend on a human action with intention. After all, who would not consider it lucky (in the example given of the debtor in the grocery store) to run into the debtor without intending to look for them in the store? It’s “fortunate” even without going to the store specifically to look for the debtor. Maybe even more so. Equally, it would be unlucky (for the lender and debtor both) if the debtor were to be struck by lightening prior to paying the debt. The key element is whether or not the chance occurrence is felt subjectively as in one’s interests or not regardless of whether or not there was action and intention.
Fascinating!
I’m reminded in quantum physics theory that we can know the probability of a quantum event only given a length of time. Indeed, at least at current understanding, thats all we can know is a probability until we actually take a measurement. And when we observe whether that quantum event has occurred or not, we fundamentally change it. The act of our observing limits the future possibilities.
Makes my brain hurt, lol
Beautifully and succinctly written.
I have been thinking about this topic for a lot of time, so much that I wrote this article
https://annaferrari.medium.com/does-chance-exist-4408a6c884b1
Even my novel Unfathomable Destiny crosses the theme of Destiny and chance.
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As luck would have it, I chanced upon this interesting writing and thoughtful comments. Thank you.
Nice!!! :D
Luck does not seem to depend on a human action with intention. After all, who would not consider it lucky (in the example given of the debtor in the grocery store) to run into the debtor without intending to look for them in the store? It’s “fortunate” even without going to the store specifically to look for the debtor. Maybe even more so. Equally, it would be unlucky (for the lender and debtor both) if the debtor were to be struck by lightening prior to paying the debt. The key element is whether or not the chance occurrence is felt subjectively as in one’s interests or not regardless of whether or not there was action and intention.
luck is the outcome of effort and variation mitigation
The recent loss of the submersible heading toward Titanic and the death of the five aboard comes to mind. Was it Chance or Luck, albeit Bad Luck?