Courage Quote by Arthur Schopenhauer
““Courage, however, may also be explained as a readiness to meet ills that threaten at the moment, in order to avoid greater ills that lie in the future; whereas cowardice does the contrary.””
About This Quote
Source Essay: The World as Will and Representation, 1818
Courage is preparing for present threats to avoid larger future dangers; cowardice does the opposite.
In simple terms: Courage anticipates danger; cowardice ignores it.
Key Takeaway
Face current challenges to prevent worse outcomes.
Themes
courage
foresight
risk
Mood
reflective
serene
Type
philosophical
advice
When to use this quote
- financial planning
- health decisions
- career risks
Key Concepts
ethical philosophy
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- What present threat can you address now?
- How does fear affect your decisions?
A Different Perspective
May ignore that some risks are unavoidable.
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