Quote by Alice Mackenzie Swaim

Courage is not the towering oak that sees storms come and go; it is the fragile blossom that opens in the snow.

Courage is not the towering oak that sees storms come and go

Summary

This quote suggests that true courage is not found in a strong and unyielding exterior, but rather in the ability to remain vulnerable and persevere in the face of adversity. It implies that courage is not necessarily an inherent quality of the powerful or robust, but of those who can find strength and beauty even in the most difficult and challenging circumstances.

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Bravery

By Alice Mackenzie Swaim

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