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What does it mean?
Moral courage to stand against social pressure is rarer and more essential for change than bravery or intelligence.
In plain terms
Standing up to society takes rare courage but is needed for change.
What can you take from it?
Moral courage drives social progress.

Where it applies

  • political reform
  • ethical leadership
  • whistleblowing

Putting it to work

  • stand for beliefs
  • challenge status quo

Questions to consider

  • What keeps you from speaking truth?
  • When did you choose courage over comfort?

Another view

Courage alone may not succeed without strategy or support.

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