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“We do not go to cowards for tender dealing; there is nothing so cruel as panic; the man who has least fear for his own carcase, has most time to consider others.” quote by Robert Louis Stevenson
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“We do not go to cowards for tender dealing; there is nothing so cruel as panic; the man who has least fear for his own carcase, has most time to consider others.”

Robert Louis Stevenson

About This Quote

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

Facing danger without fear frees you to help others, while cowardice isolates you in panic.

In simple terms: Courage lets you aid others.

Key Takeaway

Be brave, act for others.

Themes

courage selflessness fear panic

Mood

determined empathetic

Type

motivational philosophical

When to use this quote

  • leadership
  • emergency response
  • community service

Key Concepts

heroism empathy psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does fear affect your willingness to help?
  • When is self‑sacrifice harmful?
A Different Perspective

Courage may lead to reckless risk without caution.

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