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What does it mean?
Only the brave can show love; cowards cannot.
In plain terms
Love needs courage; cowards are incapable of it.
What can you take from it?
Courage is necessary to love.

Where it applies

  • relationships
  • personal growth
  • conflict

Putting it to work

  • building trust
  • facing fears
  • expressing feelings

Questions to consider

  • Is love always brave?
  • Can cowardice hide love?

Another view

Love can be shown quietly without grand bravery.

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