In The Alchemist by
Paulo Coehlo, the author discusses the concept of an individual’s
Personal Legend.
Personal Legend: “It’s what you have always wanted to accomplish.
Everyone, when they are young, knows what their Personal Legend is. At that
point in their lives, everything is clear and everything is possible. They are
not afraid to dream, and to yearn for everything they would like to see happen
to them in their lives. But, as time passes, a mysterious force begins to
convince them that it will be impossible for them to realize their Personal
Legend.” (Coehlo 21)
Some Questions to
Address in Your Response (You don’t have to address each one)
- What is/was your Personal
Legend? Consider future goals and aspirations. Give this some thought. It
might not come to you right away. What did you always want to accomplish
or do when you were young?
- Has your Personal Legend
changed since you were younger? If so, why?
- What are you doing now to
ensure your Personal Legend becomes a reality? (In other words, what steps
are you taking towards your life goals?)
- Why do you think people stray from their Personal Legends?
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