Cultivating Courage
“Whatever you do, you need courage.
Whatever course you decide upon, there is always someone to tell you that you are wrong. There are always difficulties arising that tempt you to believe your critics are right. To map out a course of action and follow it to an end requires some of the same courage that a soldier needs.”
-Ralph Waldo Emerson
THE FIRST QUESTION
How has facing fears enhanced
your ability to overcome adversity?
Cultivating Courage
Believe it or not, courage is not something we are born with - it's cultivated through a series of conscious choices and leaps of faith.
Whether we are starting a new venture, staring down injustice or simply choosing to remain true to our mission or values, one could argue that the decision to conquer any fear or resistance constitutes an act of courage. In light of the rapidly evolving global landscape, many of us are finding that courage is required of us now more than ever.
What is the relationship between fear, courage and leadership?