“I don’t believe in the curative powers of suffering and tragedy; they happen because they’re part of life and shouldn’t be seen as a punishment.” – Paulo Coelho, The Zahir

“Our time on earth is sacred and we should celebrate every moment.” – Paulo Coelho, The Witch of Portobello

“Of all the weapons of destruction that man has invented, the most terrible – and the most powerful – is the word.” – Paulo Coelho, The Fifth Mountain

“There are two types of idiots – those who don’t do something because they feel threatened and those who think they are going to do something because they have issued a threat.” – Paulo Coelho, The Devil And Miss Prym

“Know what you want and try to go beyond your own expectations.” – Paulo Coelho, The Spy

“May the future never see me as a victim, but as someone who moved forward with courage.” – Paulo Coelho, The Spy

“The warrior respects the suffering of others and does not try to compare it with his own.” – Paulo Coelho, Warrior Of The Light: A Manual

“Talent is a universal gift, but it takes a lot of courage to use it. Don’t be afraid to be the best.” – Paulo Coelho, The Winner Stands Alone

“The people who really help others are not trying to be useful, but are simply leading a useful life. They rarely give advice, but serve as an example.” – Paulo Coelho, Manuscript Found In Accra

“The truth is that all problems seem very simple once they have been resolved. The great victory, which appears so simple today, was the result of a series of small victories that went unnoticed.” – Paulo Coelho, Warrior Of The Light: A Manual