Courage
is seen as an attribute of good character and respect. We equate it to a mighty
warrior or someone who goes to battle. Yet courage is not just about physical
bravery. Courage involves the ability to speak out against injustice, to take a
risk in the face of adversity, to open yourself up to the vulnerabilities of
life and to believe.in your convictions even when met with mockery and
contempt.
Nothing
in life is ever accomplished without a dose of courage. That’s because courage
is the engine of ingenuity. Attempt something new and above the mediocracy of
everyday life and you will be met with opposition, criticism and ridicule. Rise
above this and solider onward and you will discover the treasure of
courage.
It takes courage
to forgive, to be humble, and to be respectful and compassionate in a world
that equates courage with brute force and domination. It takes courage to speak
your mind and be true to yourself when faced with conformity. It takes courage
to love and be open to vulnerability.
Courage
therefore is the ability to remain strong within even when the outside world is
nebulous and moving. But the greatest
use of courage is to overcome dis-couragement.
Courage is the only antidote for failure and disappointment.
Our fiercest
enemy is the ego. It is a mighty force and not easy to control. It takes
courage to look within and find the strength to successfully manage the
challenges of life. Courage requires
nothing more than simply letting go of fear. Without fear the warrior is
courageous and thus the warrior conquers.
Courage is
not the absence of fear; it is the conquest of it.
William
Danforth (1870-1955)
Namaste~ may you go with health, happiness and peace
Doctor Lynn
When life hands you a Virus - change it to Vim, Vigor and Vitality -
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