there are four things that man own that are no use at sea, a compass, a rudder, a sail and the fear of going down.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Navigation tools are useless if fear paralyzes the decision to move forward.
- In plain terms
- You can have a map but not move if you are scared.
- What can you take from it?
- Courage is essential even with preparation.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What tools do you have but fear to use?
- When does fear help you?
Another view
Fear can be protective and useful in dangerous situations.
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