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Carolyn weighs in on the 'divine plan' theory of life
Adapted from a recent online discussion.
Dear Carolyn:
I'm curious if you believe or think things "happen for a reason" and "God/higher power only gives us what we can handle," or are things just random? I ask because my mom told me some sad news about a relative. I would never be able to cope with that situation. Of course, I have had tough times and disappointments that were painful but eventually was able to get through them.
What do you think about the random life events or "divine plan" events debate?
-- Seeking Perspective on Life
Oh I think it's a complete crapshoot.
Randomness from birth to death, though we get our chance to weigh in by responding to the circumstances we're given.
I also see the maxim you cite, that deities give us only what we can handle, as getting close to what actually happens but missing by a hair.
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