Able Quote by Paulo Coelho
“Still, being fragile creatures, humans always try to hide from themselves the certainty that they will die. They do not see that it is death itself that motivates them to do the best things in their lives. They are afraid to step into the dark, afraid of the unknown, and their only way of conquering that fear is to ignore the fact that their days are numbered. They do not see that with an awareness of death, they would be able to be even more daring, to go much further in their daily conquests, because then they would have nothing to lose- for death itself is inevitable.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Alchemist, 1988
Highlights that awareness of mortality can inspire boldness and meaningful action.
In simple terms: Death awareness fuels daring living.
Key Takeaway
Embrace mortality to live fully.
Themes
mortality
courage
meaning
Mood
thoughtful
motivational
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- career decisions
- creative projects
- personal risk‑taking
Key Concepts
existentialism
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- What would you do if you had no fear of death?
- How can you balance awareness with peace?
A Different Perspective
Focusing on death may cause anxiety.
