Quote by Annie Dillard

You can't test courage cautiously.

You can't test courage cautiously.

Summary

This quote means that one cannot truly assess or demonstrate courage by being cautious or hesitant. True courage involves taking risks, facing fears, and being bold in the face of danger or adversity. It emphasizes the importance of stepping outside of one's comfort zone and embracing uncertainty without reservation. Testing courage requires one to act boldly and without reservation, even if that means taking an unconventional or risky approach. Courage is measured by the willingness to confront challenges head-on and to act in the face of fear, rather than by playing it safe or maintaining caution.

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Courage

By Annie Dillard

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