Question

“Then, sometime during the fourth year, the omens will abandon you, because you’ve stopped listening to them. The tribal chieftains will see that, and you’ll be dismissed from your position as counselor. But, by then, you’ll be a rich merchant, with many camels and a great deal of merchandise. You’ll spend the rest of your days knowing that you didn’t pursue your Personal Legend and that now it’s too late” (p. 51). The Alchemist speaks of a life of regret. The initial desire to leave, the decision to stay, and the eventual feeling of regret for not pursuing one’s personal legend. What are your thoughts on this? Do people have to live with regret or do you believe there is always time to pursue your Personal Legend?

Answer 1

Answer: i think it is people have to live with regret

Explanation: You’ll spend the rest of your days knowing that you didn’t pursue your Personal Legend and that now it’s too late” (p. 51). The Alchemist speaks of a life of regret. The initial desire to leave, the decision to stay, and the eventual feeling of regret for not pursuing one’s personal legend.

the fourth year, the omens will abandon you, because you’ve stopped listening to them. The tribal chieftains will see that, and you’ll be dismissed from your position as counselor.

i could be wrong