actions

every action we take leads to a consequence or result. most of the time, we begin that action with the end in mind, consciously or subconsciously. but we must recognize the fact that although we are the initiator, we are not totally the controller. many times the results won't be what we intended due to unforeseen events taking place, or misjudgement.

a rough estimate would be for each action we take, there is a 75% chance of the result being the desired one. the other 25% is beyond our control. but how do we reduce that 25%? it is not possible, unless it is something regarding ourselves, e.g. relieve an itch on our backs by scratching it. when it involves others, that 25% is unavoidable.

different people have different thinking, different ideals, different lives. we must always consider that 25% of misunderstanding, mistake and unexpectedness in every action we take. 25% is not nearly enough to attribute the success or failure, though it does play a part. ultimately, we work towards that 75% possibility.

there is no such thing as a perfect ending even if we do everything perfectly.
75% effort,
25% opportunity,
I would call it.