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Philosophy of Fate vs. Limiting Belief Systems

My philosophy is that at least 75% of the core circumstances and events in your life are predestined. It’s a controversial viewpoint because it deflates the contention of unlimited, super-hero type free will and it presents an uncomfortable, even threatening dynamic to the self-help and inspirational speaking field. Certainly, inspiration

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Astrology: Fate vs. Magic Spells

The topic of magic adds an interesting dynamic to the endless debate about fate vs. free will. A few weeks ago an acquaintance reminded me of the Pagan holiday, May 1st (Beltane), one of eight sabbats celebrated by Pagans. The others include the Winter Solstice, Imbolc, Spring Equinox, Summer Solstice,

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Fate vs. Free Will: The Truth About Thoughts Creating Your Reality

It’s widely recognized that thoughts influence your reality at least a little, but to what degree is debatable. Opinions range from complete to marginal influence. Those who believe themselves to be absolute captains of their destiny eventually learn there’s a lot in life you can’t control. “Either you deal with

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Fate vs. Free Will: Fate Always Prevails

I’d like to be able to give people infinite hope by telling them that unavoidable personal adversity doesn’t have to exist, that they can override fate with their free will, but our findings completely contradict that notion. In the fate vs. free will competition, fate always prevails.

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Fate vs. Free Will: Fatalism is Realism

While I believe you have free will to make the most of your life, it’s impossible to deny unalterable personal fate after you see the constant repetition of patterns in the comprehensive charts directly corresponding to happenings in people’s lives.

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Fate vs. Free Will: Total Control of Your Fate is a Myth

Napoleon Bonaparte, early 19th century French military commander, said, “Circumstances – what are circumstances? I make circumstances.” You have to wonder what was going through Napoleon’s mind at Waterloo, his final defeat. Do you think he was content with the circumstances he made in that battle?

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