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“the coward and the hero they feel the same exact thing”
couragefearbehavior
What It Means
Brave people aren't fearless - they act appropriately despite feeling afraid
Why It Matters
Eliminates the excuse that fear prevents action and redefines courage as behavior not feeling
When It's True
In genuinely challenging or dangerous situations that trigger natural fear responses
When It's Risky
When fear is indicating real danger that should be heeded
How to Apply
1
Expect to feel afraid before important actions
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Judge yourself and others by actions not emotions
3
Practice acting despite fear in low-stakes situations
Example Scenario
“Before giving important presentation, you feel terrified but proceed anyway, knowing that confident speakers feel the same way.”