Quote by Paulo Coelho

Anyone who has lost something they thought was theirs forever finally comes to realise that nothing really belongs to them.

Anyone who has lost something they thought was theirs foreve

Summary

This quote suggests that experiencing loss teaches a person the important lesson that nothing truly belongs to them. It conveys the idea that holding onto possessions or relationships with a sense of permanence is an illusion, as everything is subject to change and eventual loss. This realization prompts individuals to let go of attachment and embrace a more detached and accepting perspective towards life and its transitory nature.

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Loss Impermanence Posessions Transience

By Paulo Coelho

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