Quote by Paulo Coelho

We are not the person other people wish we were. We are who we decide to be.

We are not the person other people wish we were. We are who

Summary

This quote emphasizes that our identity and sense of self are not defined by what others expect or desire from us. We have the agency to choose who we want to become and shape our own character. It emphasizes the importance of individuality and self-determination, suggesting that living on our own terms rather than fulfilling the expectations of others is key in crafting our genuine and authentic selves.

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By Paulo Coelho

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