So as through a glass and darkly_x000D_ The age long strife I see_x000D_ Where I fought in many guises,_x000D_ Many names - but always me.
George S. PattonRead
Courage is fear holding on a minute longer.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Courage involves enduring fear just a little longer.
This quote by George S. Patton emphasizes that courage is not the absence of fear, but the ability to persist in the face of it. It suggests that to be courageous, one must confront their fears and hold on, even if only for a moment longer, showing resilience and determination in difficult situations.
Themes
CourageFearEnduranceDeterminationResilience
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech about facing challenges, one might say, 'Remember, courage is fear holding on a minute longer.'
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