How to Have Courage
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We need courage because life is filled with suffering — but desire is the root of suffering and without our desires, we would have no accomplishments. We need courage because it empowers us to live our lives to the fullest, in the most magnificent way possible. Courage gives us the strength to bear the looming darkness of adversity, the wisdom to make difficult choices, and the grace to pursue what we believe in, even when faced with grave risks.
To be courageous doesn’t mean being nonchalant. Courage is what lies on the other side of fear. It is more than a state of mind, it strengthens your deeds and actions, making your heart and body stronger to face obstacles in your way. They were not placed there to be a hindrance, but rather to be your guiding path because more often than not, nothing good comes by easily.
Courage is knowing what NOT to fear
~Plato
To have courage means to stand strong in your stance, to fight indefatigably for what you believe in, and to not be detracted by those who are weak-willed. It is one of the seven heavenly virtues and it can not be faked. In this essay, we will go through various teaching and examples from the Stoics to famous writers as I share with you some pieces of wisdom that will help you have courage at all times.
