Philosophyphy Quotes

“Writing, when it springs from within, is like giving birth, and the child is covered in mucus”
― Franz Kafka, Metamorphosis

“Deception and falsehood are attractive when they seem to bolster your case. Don't be trapped by them. Examine the evidence critically and skeptically. Recognize your inherent bias and thinking flaws.”
― Francis P. Karam, The Truth Engine: Cross-Examination Outside the Box

“Loneliness is the path to independence. It is transforming and empowering. But if you think you are a victim of solitude, it turns mortal.”
― Pramudith D. Rupasinghe, Bayan

“Every search begins with beginners luck. And every search ends with the victor's being severely tested.”
― Paulo Coelho, The Alchemist

“Carried to its logical limits, a system in which no one has a choice about what action to take is unworkable.”
― Jeffrey M. Schwartz, The Mind & the Brain: Neuroplasticity and the Power of Mental Force

“its not what enters men's mouths that's evil,"
"its what comes out of their mouths that is”
― Paulo Coelho, The Alchemist

“you must understand that love never keeps a man from pursuing his destiny.”
― Paulo Coelho, The Alchemist

“every second of search is an encounter with God”
― Paulo Coelho, The Alchemist

“it is said that all people who are happy have God within them”
― Paulo Coelho, The Alchemist

“usually the threat of death makes people a lot more aware of their lives”
― Paulo Coelho, The Alchemist

“but this payment goes well beyond my generosity."

"don't say that again. Life might be listening and give you less the next time.”
― Paulo Coelho, The Alchemist

“Everything that happens once can never happen again. But everything that happens twice will surely happen the third time.”
― Paulo Coelho, The Alchemist