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What does it mean?
We hope courage is never needed, but it often is. Preparation matters.
In plain terms
You hope you never need to be brave but you probably will.
What can you take from it?
Prepare for courage to be needed.

Where it applies

  • crisis
  • personal challenges
  • leadership

Putting it to work

  • build resilience
  • face fears
  • practice bravery

Questions to consider

  • When did you need courage?
  • How do you prepare for hard times?

Another view

Sometimes courage comes unexpectedly without warning.

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