Quotes

“Going back into the past and reopening old wounds is neither easy nor particularly important. The only justification is that the knowledge acquired might help me to a better understanding of the present.” – Paulo Coelho, Aleph

“It was my fear of failure that had prevented me, thus far, from attempting the Master Work.” – Paulo Coelho, The Alchemist

“The Force for Good is always diffused, like light. When you give off positive vibrations, you benefit all humankind.” – Paulo Coelho, Brida

“The silence allowed our hearts to move closer and to know each other better.” – Paulo Coelho, By The River Piedra, I Sat Down And Wept

“The storm brings destruction, but at the same time, it soaks the fields, and the wisdom of the heavens falls with the rain. Like all storms, it will pass. The more violent it is, the more quickly it will pass.” – Paulo Coelho, The Witch Of Portobello

“The invisible world always manifests itself in the visible world.” – Paulo Coelho, The Zahir

“Every human being knows, unconsciously, that within easy reach there lies a bridge into the invisible across which he can fearlessly walk.” – Paulo Coelho, The Valkyries

“We all have a purpose in creation and that purpose is called Love. That love, however, shouldn’t be concentrated in just one person, it should be scattered throughout the world, waiting to be discovered. Wake up to that love. What is about to arrive needs to be recognized.” – Paulo Coelho, The Winner Stands Alone

“Yes, it’s difficult to talk to your heart, and perhaps it isn’t even necessary. We simply have to trust and follow the signs and live our personal legend; sooner or later, we will realize that we are all part of something, even if we can’t understand rationally what that something is.” – Paulo Coelho, Aleph

“I am just the same as anyone who has learned to listen to his heart: someone who stands amazed before the mystery of life, who is open to miracles, who feels happy and enthusiastic about what he or she does.” – Paulo Coelho, By The River Piedra, I Sat Down And Wept