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Don't try to be useful. Try to be yourself: that is enough & that makes all the difference.

Paulo Coelho

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Paulo Coelho
Age: 77
Born: 1947
Born: August 24
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Facing the difficulties, I can choose either to be a poor victim or a great adventurer.
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Before commencing battle, the Warrior of Light opens his heart and asks God to inspire him.
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