Answers Quote by Aron Nimzowitsch
“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.”
About This Quote
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.
Use deep focus to act against norms.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- political activism
- business innovation
- personal decision making
- artistic rebellion
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What problem can you focus on to gain courage?
- How does tradition limit your actions?
Courage may still be hindered by fear of social backlash.