Today my favourite author responded to my question on his blog about a book I read called The Witch of Portobello. His blog can be found at http://paulocoelhoblog.com/.

Here it is....

Today’s Question by the reader : Saran
Published by
Paulo Coelho
on May 12, 2009
in Q&A. 1 Comment

My question:

I have just finished reading the Witch of Portobello. It took me some time to get through, largely because I knew that there was a lot for this book to teach me and my eyes and heart were not ready to receive it. In the book, there is a discussion about the snake that eats its own tail as an image of reinvention or rebirth. I feel like I am going through this process at this time. What is the one thing that I must remember during this time which is full of doubts and fears but at the same time curiosity and excitement?

Response:

You should always bear in mind the goal of this transformation, without shutting away the process. It’s actually in this very moment that you can grasp the wider meaning of your life.
I had this realization while doing the pilgrimage to Saint James. I was, in the beginning obsessed with my sword and so wanted to get straight to the end of the journey. It was actually by living the journey in all its aspects that I was finally able to find my sword. Both elements then must be present in your spirit in this time of change.

Today I was reminded that the universe is always trying to show you the way and that it is always present.

Love and light,

Saran