Types of Fatalism

Fatalism can be seen in many different areas of life. For example, some people may have a fatalistic attitude towards their job, believing that they cannot do anything to change their situation. This can lead to them feeling unhappy and demotivated at work.

Other people may have a more gene...

“It is a singular fact that most men of action incline to the theory of fatalism, while the greater part of men of thought believe in providence.”

-Honore de Balzac

“Fatalism is a false premise. What will be is not necessarily what must be.”

-Pearl S. Buck

The concept of fatalism has been around for many centuries and can be traced back to the ancient Greeks. For example Aristotle, said “What is, necessarily is, when it is; and what is not, necessarily is not, when it is not.” The Stoics  believed that humans should accept what is going to happen,...

Determinism is the belief that while our actions may be determined by prior causes, we still have some control over them.

Predestination is the belief that some people are destined for salvation or damnation regardless of their actions. People may still hav...

People who have a fatalistic outlook may be more likely to take risks such as not following road safety rules, as they may believe that it will not make a difference.

Fatalism can also lead to feelings of resignation and hopelessness, as individuals may feel that they have no control over t...