When it feels like we need to choose between being right and being humble- pick both
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Courage isn't the absence of fear, it's just deciding that fear isn't calling the shots anymore
Interpretation
What this quote means
Courage involves making a choice to act despite fear rather than being completely free of it.
This quote by Bob Goff emphasizes that true courage does not mean being fearless. Instead, it highlights the idea that courage is about taking control of our decisions and actions, allowing us to move forward despite our fears, which can often dictate our choices if we let them.
Themes
CourageFearDecisionsControlAction
In practice
Example use cases
Using this quote in a speech about overcoming personal challenges.
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