I recently finished “The Alchemist,” and learned the power of “life lessons.” I think when you have life lessons powering your book, it adds more vitality to the book.
My favorite is “Never give up,” especially with a Main Character underdog. What is yours?
Here are 10 life lessons I took from HuffPost.
https://www.huffpost.com/entry/10-powerful-life-lessons_b_8803048
1. Fear is a bigger obstacle than the obstacle itself. “Tell your heart that the fear of suffering is worse than the suffering itself.
2. What is “true” will always endure.
3. Break the monotony.
4. Embrace the present.
5. Your success has a ripple-effect.
6. Make the decision.
7. Be unrealistic.
8. Keep getting back up.
9. Focus on your own journey
10. Always take action
If you’re writing YA, these may be the usual themes. I think it’s hard to be a teen, when you try so hard to prove yourself… but what are you trying to prove?
https://www.epicreads.com/blog/life-lessons-ya-books/
9 Life Lessons That We Learned From YA Books
1. Embrace your true self.
2. Never give up, never keep quiet.
3. Having hope can be the strongest thing of all.
4. Find others who appreciate your unique charm.
5. Stories keep the heart alive.
6. Selflessness will help you with your own struggles.
7. Live your life to the fullest.
8. Live for yourself, not others.
9. Don’t judge a book by its cover.
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