I'm not doing anything, and yet I'm also doing the most important thing a man can do: I'm listening to what I needed to hear from myself.
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It's better to live cherishing a dream than face the possibilty that it might all come to nothing.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Cherishing dreams offers a more fulfilling life than confronting the fear of failure.
This quote by Paulo Coelho emphasizes the importance of holding onto dreams and aspirations as a vital part of life. It suggests that the emotional richness and hope derived from pursuing dreams outweigh the potential disappointment of facing their unfulfillment, encouraging a positive perspective on one's desires and ambitions.
Themes
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In practice
Example use cases
During a motivational speech, one might say, 'It's better to live cherishing a dream than face the possibility that it might all come to nothing.'
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