How does Jocasta attempt to change Oedipus's mind about the prophecy?

Jocasta attempts to change Oedipus's mind about the prophecy by telling him that prophecies can be ignored. She seeks to alleviate Oedipus's fears regarding the foretold prophecy of him killing his father and marrying his mother by expressing her disbelief in the validity of oracles. Jocasta recounts a past prophecy regarding her own child, where she was told her son would kill his father, yet that prophecy did not come true in the way it was stated. This leads her to suggest that they can disregard the prophecies entirely, intending to reassure Oedipus and dismiss the idea that fate is inescapable. This perspective reflects her desire to provide comfort and hope by challenging the notion of predestined outcomes and fostering a sense of agency over their lives.