Quote by Aung San Suu Kyi

I don't understand why people say that I am full of courage. I feel terribly nervous.

I don't understand why people say that I am full of courage.

Summary

This quote expresses the speaker's confusion regarding the perception of others about their courage. Despite being labeled as courageous, the speaker reveals that they personally experience intense nervousness. The quote highlights the disconnect between external impressions and internal emotions, suggesting that people's appearances or behaviors may not always reflect their true feelings. It also points to the idea that courage is often linked to facing and overcoming fear, rather than the absence of it.

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Courage

By Aung San Suu Kyi

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