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“Never stop because you are afraid - you are never so likely to be wrong. Never keep a line of retreat: it is a wretched invention. The difficult is what takes a little time; the impossible is what takes a little longer.” quote by Fridtjof Nansen
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“Never stop because you are afraid - you are never so likely to be wrong. Never keep a line of retreat: it is a wretched invention. The difficult is what takes a little time; the impossible is what takes a little longer.”

Fridtjof Nansen

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Courage means moving forward despite fear, not retreating, and persisting through difficulty.

In simple terms: Courage is acting despite fear.

Key Takeaway

Act despite fear, keep moving.

Themes

courage perseverance risk-taking

Mood

determined inspired

Type

motivational philosophical

When to use this quote

  • mountain climbing
  • entrepreneurship
  • personal challenges

Key Concepts

resilience determination overcoming fear

Questions to Reflect On

  • What fear holds you back?
  • How can you turn retreat into forward motion?
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