Quote by Jim Hightower

The opposite for courage is not cowardice, it is conformity. Even a dead fish can go with the flow.

The opposite for courage is not cowardice, it is conformity.

Summary

This quote suggests that the opposite of courage is not simply cowardice, but rather conformity. It implies that true courage involves going against the norm and taking risks, whereas conformity is compared to a motionless, lifeless fish that effortlessly follows the current. In other words, courage requires strength and individuality, while conformity represents a lack of initiative and a willingness to blend in with the crowd.

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Courage

By Jim Hightower

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