Quote by Paulo Coelho

Because of that she had never had enough energy to be herself, a person who, like everyone else in the world, needed other people in order to be happy. But other people were so difficult. They reacted in unpredictable ways, they surrounded themselves with defensive walls, they behaved just as she did, pretending they didn't care about anything. When someone more open to life appeared, they either rejected them outright or made them suffer, consigning them to being inferior, ingenuous.

Because of that she had never had enough energy to be hersel

Summary

This quote reflects the protagonist's inner struggle and longing for authentic connections with others. The lack of energy mentioned refers to her inability to fully express herself, as past experiences have hindered her ability to trust and connect with people. The quote illustrates the complexity of human interactions, highlighting the fear of vulnerability and the tendency to build walls as a defense mechanism. It also suggests that finding individuals who are open to genuine connections can be challenging, and often leads to rejection or mistreatment out of fear or envy.

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Life People Relationships

By Paulo Coelho

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