“Travel is Never a Matter of Money but of Courage” – Paul Coelho

Source of the quote:

A modern novelist and a great contributor in world literature, Paul Coelho, has revealed his insights about travelling. Like his other intrepid thoughts, this quote, too, is somehow matchless. In his celebrated novel ‘Aleph’ the thinker, the philosopher, and the writer has declared that travel is not a matter of expense if you bear the courage, and the eagerness to explore in your heart. Written in Portuguese and then translated into English this quote, like the novel is close to the heart of the readers.

What does it mean to me?

We, humans, love to be secure, love to be in comfort. Thus, changes are not so welcoming for us. However, there are exceptions and these exceptional individuals never set their life to be too predictable. They embrace the transformation, the challenges and the ambiguity of life with courage. If you make your life open to versatility and compliance, you can attain a new connotation of life.

For me, the most significant part of the quote is its message that says that any initiation, including the desire to travel, lies deep in the core of the heart. If you awaken your soul, your desires will get the chance to flourish. Money is nothing but an excuse if your desires to travel are strong. Travelling will create a bridge to the unknown souls.  This analogy of humanity will broaden your heart and you will revive the good sides of your personality. Your heart will lead you to great delight as you cast a glance on the beauty of the places you have never seen before. So be courageous and explore.