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Courage is being afraid but going on anyhow.
Dan Rather
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Interpretation

What this quote means

Courage involves facing fears despite feeling afraid.

This quote by Dan Rather emphasizes that true courage is not the absence of fear, but rather the determination to continue forward even when fear is present. It highlights the importance of perseverance and resilience in the face of challenges, suggesting that taking action despite fear is what defines courageous individuals.

Themes

CourageFearPerseveranceDeterminationResilience

In practice

Example use cases

In a motivational speech about facing challenges at work.

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