Quote by Paulo Coelho

If I were to persuade just one person to stop fighting for something they were convinced was worthwhile, I would end up persuading myself, and my whole life would be diminished.

If I were to persuade just one person to stop fighting for s

Summary

This quote expresses the belief that the act of convincing others to give up on something they find meaningful and worthwhile would be a personal loss. It suggests that engaging in such persuasion would undermine one's own convictions and diminish the purpose and value of their own life. It highlights the interconnectedness between personal beliefs, conviction, and the vitality of one's own existence.

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Life Theend

By Paulo Coelho

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