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Able Quote by Paulo Coelho

“Respect your soul: don't keep repeating "I'm going to make it". Your soul already knows that, what it needs is to use the long journey to be able to grow, stretch along the horizon, touch the sky. An obsession does not help you at all to reach your objective, and even ends up taking the pleasure…” quote by Paulo Coelho
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“Respect your soul: don't keep repeating "I'm going to make it". Your soul already knows that, what it needs is to use the long journey to be able to grow, stretch along the horizon, touch the sky. An obsession does not help you at all to reach your objective, and even ends up taking the pleasure out of the climb. But pay attention: also, don't keep saying "it's harder than I thought", because that will make you lose your inner strength.”

Paulo Coelho

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Alchemist, 1988

One should stop self‑defeating affirmations, trust inner growth, avoid obsession, and maintain inner strength by not over‑emphasizing difficulty.

In simple terms: Stop repeating doubts, trust inner growth.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate inner strength, avoid obsession.

Themes

self‑talk inner strength growth mindset

Mood

inspirational reflective

Type

philosophical motivational

When to use this quote

  • goal setting
  • personal development
  • coaching

Key Concepts

Psychology spirituality

Questions to Reflect On

  • What affirmations serve you?
  • How do you handle perceived difficulty?
A Different Perspective

Ignoring challenges can lead to complacency.

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