So Who Is The Alchemist ?

 

Ultimately…You.

 

Although Handy explains HOW it is left to Paulo Coelho  to explain the WHO piece from his best selling title The Alchemist.

 

The main concepts are explained below

 

There are Four obstacles in the way of achieving a Personal Legend:

 

1. Negative childhood reinforcement can bury potential

2. Having the courage to upset those who are closest to us. Peer pressure.

3. Fear of failure

4. Fear of success

 

Most people have a lack of patience and belief that the universe is conspiring to help us.

 

In the long run what people think about others becomes more important for them than their own Personal Legends.

 

The principle of favorabilty is never easier than for a beginner. It's what captures the attention.

 

Look for the omens.

 

Embrace disaster by going forward not back. Be an adventurer thriving on challenge and looking for treasure not a helpless victim at the hands of fate.

 

The greatest lie ever told is that at some point we lose control over our destiny.

 

See the world for what it is not what you want.

 

Listen for the language without words when dealing with people, things and situations. Relax and observe and the omens will be come easier to spot. A Shepard cannot speak to his sheep or a mother to her new born and yet they know exactly what is being said.

 

You have to take advantage when luck is on your side and do as much to help it as it is helping you.

 

Every blessing ignored becomes a curse.

 

Luck and opportunity are always near by when trying to realise a Personal Legend.

 

Life is like the sea. Full of strong currents similar to the current of Fate.

 

Desire is critical but the journey is much easier with understanding also.

 

Do not be impatient. Eat when it is time to eat.

 

You must learn to love life but never trust it completely. Because life tests all men: it challenges every step and kills those who become distracted.

 

A Shepard may like to travel but should never forget his sheep.

 

Where ever your heart is is where you'll find your treasure.

 

Never question life's generosity as it might hear you and give you less next time.

 

Can you think of something in your life where you paid too much ?

 

What is your personal legend ?

 

Most important in the pursuit of a personal legend is focus and belief.

 

The universal language is situation sensing.