Neji Hyuga initially viewed himself as bound by an inescapable destiny, defined by his role as a member of the Hyuga's secondary branch. He believed that birth predetermined one's fate and that efforts to change it were futile. However, through encounters with Naruto Uzumaki and self-reflection, Neji liberated himself from this deterministic mindset. He embraced the power of personal choice, seeking strength to shape his own future and fostering connections with family, particularly his cousin.