It takes courage to know when you ought to be afraid.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The author states that recognizing when fear is appropriate requires bravery.
- In plain terms
- It takes bravery to know when you should be afraid.
- What can you take from it?
- Knowing when to be afraid is a form of courage.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- When is it brave to be afraid?
- How do you tell fear from caution?
Another view
Sometimes fear can be paralyzing rather than helpful.
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