To fight aloud is very brave, but gallanter, I know, who charge within the bosom, the Cavalry of Woe.

Summary

This quote, attributed to Emily Dickinson, suggests that while openly expressing or engaging in a battle or conflict may be considered brave, there is greater bravery in confronting and facing one's inner struggles and emotional pain. It implies that the internal battles we wage within ourselves, the "Cavalry of Woe," require more courage and strength than external confrontations. Dickinson highlights the importance of introspection and the resilience it takes to confront one's own grief, sadness, or suffering.

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