9 Quotes From “The Alchemist” to Live By

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It’s no secret that The Alchemist is one of the most influential novels out there. It even contains valuable inspiration for marketing professionals.

Since it’s also one of my favorite books, I figured to highlight some quotes that can be of value to your life.

There’s no need to add any additional explanation, as they are clear enough for you to understand — just reflect upon them and you’ll surely find something you identify with.

1. It’s the possibility of having a dream come true that makes life interesting.
2. The secret is here in the present. If you pay attention to the present, you can improve upon it.
3. People are afraid to pursue their most important dreams because they feel that they don’t deserve them, or that they’ll be unable to achieve them.
4. There is only one way to learn. It’s through action. Everything you need to know you have learned through your journey.
5. People are capable, at any time in their lives, of doing what they dream of.
6. Every blessing ignored becomes a curse.
7. There is only one thing that makes a dream impossible to achieve: the fear of failure.
8. When you want something all the universe conspires in helping you to achieve it.
9. When we strive to become better than we are, everything around us becomes better, too.

Even though every quote has its own meaning, they all converge towards one idea: the pursuit of a dream.

If you don’t chase what you think it’s best for your life, chances are you’ll never be handed that. Reach out and grab the opportunity you’re given, and don't be afraid of failure, or else you’ll actually fail and end up remorseful.

So go out there and pursue your dreams so they can become your reality.

Inspired by a fellow creator, I decided to challenge myself to publish 100 short-form articles within January. This is article number 17.