Courage is like love; it must have hope for nourishment.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Courage requires optimism to sustain it over time.
- In plain terms
- Hope keeps courage alive.
- What can you take from it?
- Stay hopeful to remain brave.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Is courage possible without hope?
- What fuels bravery?
Another view
Courage can also stem from duty rather than hope.
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