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What does it mean?
Endure pain without showing fear. Stoicism under pressure commands respect.
In plain terms
Take the hit without showing you are scared.
What can you take from it?
Endure pain silently to maintain respect.

Where it applies

  • interrogation
  • crisis leadership
  • medical pain

Putting it to work

  • hide fear
  • face consequences
  • maintain image

Questions to consider

  • When must you hide fear?
  • What is worth enduring?

Another view

Showing vulnerability can sometimes build trust.

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