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“When I today ask myself whence I got the moral courage, for it takes moral courage to make a move (or form a plan) running counter to all tradition, I think I may say in answer, that it was only my intense preoccupation with the problem of the blockade which helped me to do so.” quote by Aron Nimzowitsch
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“When I today ask myself whence I got the moral courage, for it takes moral courage to make a move (or form a plan) running counter to all tradition, I think I may say in answer, that it was only my intense preoccupation with the problem of the blockade which helped me to do so.”

Aron Nimzowitsch

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Source Book: My System, Aron Nimzowitsch, 1925

Moral courage arises when intense focus on a problem overrides tradition, enabling bold actions.

In simple terms: Focus on a problem can give you courage to break tradition.

Key Takeaway

Use deep focus to act against norms.

Themes

courage tradition focus

Mood

determined reflective

Type

philosophical motivational

When to use this quote

  • political activism
  • business innovation
  • personal decision making
  • artistic rebellion

Key Concepts

psychology ethics strategy

Questions to Reflect On

  • What problem can you focus on to gain courage?
  • How does tradition limit your actions?
A Different Perspective

Courage may still be hindered by fear of social backlash.

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