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When I had nothing more to lose, I was given everything. When I ceased to be who I am, I found myself. When I experienced humiliation and yet kept on walking, I understood that I was free to choose my destiny.

Paulo Coelho

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Paulo Coelho
Age: 77
Born: 1947
Born: August 24
Actor
Blogger
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Poet Lawyer
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Science Fiction Writer
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