Arm yourselves, and be ye men of valor, and be in readiness for the conflict; for it is better for us to perish in battle than to look upon the outrage of our nation and our altar.
Winston ChurchillRead
Our warriors are no longer limited to the people who fly the airplanes...Our entire force is a warrior force. Being a warrior is not an AFSC, ...it's a condition of the heart.
Interpretation
Being a warrior transcends traditional roles and is defined by a mindset and spirit.
This quote by John P. Jumper emphasizes that the concept of a 'warrior' goes beyond just those in specific military roles, such as pilots. It highlights that the essence of being a warrior is a mindset and a deep-seated emotional resilience, suggesting that anyone can embody this warrior spirit regardless of their official position or title within the military.
In practice
This quote can be used in a motivational speech to inspire troops.
Arm yourselves, and be ye men of valor, and be in readiness for the conflict; for it is better for us to perish in battle than to look upon the outrage of our nation and our altar.
If you’ve given a dollar, you are part of the Marathon of Hope .
I will to my dying day oppose with all the powers and faculties God has given me, all such instruments of slavery on the one hand, and villainy on the other, as this writ of assistance is.
After doing this work or the past twelve years and watching scarcity ride roughshod over our families, organizations, and communities, I'd say the one thing we have in common is that we're sick of feeling afraid. we want to dare greatly. We're tired of the national conversation centering on "What should we fear" and "Who should we blame?" We all want to be brave.
In the land of bleating sheep and braying jackasses, one brave and honest man is bound to create a scandal.
The problem is not getting rid of fear, but using it properly.
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