A Quote by Paulo Coelho

Excessive caution destroys the soul and the heart, because living is an act of courage, and an act of courage is always an act of love.

Paulo Coelho

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Act Always Because Caution Courage Destroys Excessive Heart Living Love Soul

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Paulo Coelho
Brazilian - Novelist
Born: August 24, 1947

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