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This reads as a hopeful theory about openness, attraction, and the way loneliness can compound itself. It suggests that reaching outward changes what comes back, while withdrawal can make isolation feel heavier. The line lands when someone is hesitant to date again or to trust after being hurt, because it frames courage not as certainty, but as a way of making more connection possible.
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About Paulo Coelho
Brazilian novelist and spiritual writer of the late 20th and early 21st centuries, Coelho is best known for his globally acclaimed novel *The Alchemist*, which blends philosophy, mythology, and personal transformation into a fable about destiny. His work often explores the intersection of faith, travel, and self-discovery, appealing to readers seeking meaning in life’s journey.
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Books by Paulo Coelho
O Alquimista
2014
Am Ufer des Rio Piedra saß ich und weinte
1996
Brida
2008
Eleven Minutes
2005
Zahir
2006