“Any blessing that is rejected turns into a curse.” – Paulo Coelho, The Alchemist

“Freedom: to feel what it is that your heart desires, regardless of what others think.” – Paulo Coelho, The Fifth Mountain

“The tradition of hospitality will never die. Whenever we welcome someone in, we open ourselves to adventure and to mystery.” – Paulo Coelho, Maktub

“Whenever a person makes a decision, he is actually plunging into a powerful river, which will carry him to a place he never even dreamed of when he made that decision.” – Paulo Coelho, The Alchemist

“The fear of suffering is worse than suffering itself.” – Paulo Coelho, The Alchemist

“At a certain moment in our existence, we lose control over our life, and destiny or fate takes over.” – Paulo Coelho, The Alchemist

Sometimes you have to travel a long way in order to find what is near.” – Paulo Coelho, Aleph

“Warriors of light make mistakes. Because they ask themselves questions. Because they are looking for a reason – and are sure to find it.” – Paulo Coelho, Warrior Of The Light: A Manual

“The path of wisdom means not being afraid to make mistakes.” – Paulo Coelho, Brida

“Freedom is not the absence of commitments, but the ability to choose – and commit myself to – what is best for me.” – Paulo Coelho, The Zahir