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Courage is not a virtue or value among other personal…

“Courage is not a virtue or value among other personal values like love or fidelity. It is the foundations that underlies and gives reality to all other virtue and personal values. (p. 13)” quote by Rollo May
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““Courage is not a virtue or value among other personal values like love or fidelity. It is the foundations that underlies and gives reality to all other virtue and personal values. (p. 13)””

Rollo May

About This Quote

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

Courage is not just another virtue; it underpins all other virtues and values, giving them reality.

In simple terms: Courage is the foundation for all virtues.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate courage to support other values.

Themes

philosophy psychology virtue

Mood

thoughtful inspirational

Type

philosophical personal

When to use this quote

  • therapy
  • personal development
  • ethical decision‑making
  • leadership training

Key Concepts

courage foundation existence

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does courage manifest in your life?
  • What values rely on your courage?
A Different Perspective

Courage can be frightening to develop.

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