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The next time you encounter fear, consider yourself lucky…

“The next time you encounter fear, consider yourself lucky. This is where the courage comes in. Usually we think that brave people have no fear. The truth is that they are intimate with fear. When I was first married, my husband said I was one of the bravest people he knew. When I asked him why, he…” quote by Pema Chodron
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“The next time you encounter fear, consider yourself lucky. This is where the courage comes in. Usually we think that brave people have no fear. The truth is that they are intimate with fear. When I was first married, my husband said I was one of the bravest people he knew. When I asked him why, he said because I was a complete coward but went ahead and did things anyhow.”

Pema Chodron

About This Quote

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

Fear is a companion to courage; embracing fear reveals true bravery and allows action despite doubt.

In simple terms: Courage includes fear.

Key Takeaway

Face fear to unlock inner strength.

Themes

courage fear intimacy

Mood

calm inspired

Type

spiritual motivational

When to use this quote

  • public speaking
  • career changes
  • personal challenges
  • adventure travel

Key Concepts

psychology of bravery spiritual practice

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you sit with fear?
  • What actions follow when you acknowledge fear?
A Different Perspective

Fear can paralyze if unaddressed.

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