Quote by Ruth Gordon

Courage is very important. Like a muscle, it is strengthened by use.

Courage is very important. Like a muscle, it is strengthened

Summary

This quote emphasizes the significance of courage and compares it to a muscle that can be strengthened through practice. It suggests that courage is not a fixed quality but rather something that can be developed over time by facing and overcoming challenges. Just as muscles grow stronger with exercise, individuals can build their courage by consistently engaging in acts of bravery. This quote implies that courage is not an inherent trait but a skill that can be cultivated through intentional effort and action.

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Courage

By Ruth Gordon

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