Quote by Paulo Coelho

When someone sees the same people every day, as had happened with him at the seminary, they wind up becoming a part of that person's life. And then they want the person to change. If someone isn't what others want them to be, the others become angry. Everyone seems to have a clear idea of how other people should lead their lives, but none about his or her own.

When someone sees the same people every day, as had happened

Summary

This quote reflects on the tendency of people to form expectations and exert judgments on others. It highlights how familiarity and proximity can lead to a sense of entitlement to influence and control how someone else lives their life. The quote suggests that people often become discontented or angry when others do not conform to their imposed ideals. It also challenges the notion that individuals have a deep understanding of what is best for themselves while lacking clarity when it comes to their own lives.

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By Paulo Coelho

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