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 When I think about this question, it reminds of a conversation we were having the other day in class about coincidence.  Serendipity is all about positive coincidences and I agree with Schwartz.  Although I think there are many other ways to increase satisfaction in life, by allowing oneself to be open to serendipity and coincidences and simply “go with the flow,” it will make you happier and life better.  I think that being open to new change and letting things work out on their own/ without interference is something that is very hard to do, but would make someone more satisfied in life because then you don’t have to fight the impossible.  Not controlling every minute/ always having a plan is often difficult for people, especially when things don’t go as planned.  I am somewhat of a perfectionist/ control freak at times, so I know firsthand that serendipity is not easy to achieve all the time, but when I think about it, some of the best experiences I have had have been random, unplanned events and times when my friends and I weren’t even trying to do something fun.  Personally, I love coincidences.  I love random events.  I love serendipity and the freedom and mystery it provides!