Courage Quote by Brian Tracy
“If you want to develop courage, then simply act courageously when it's called for. If you do something over and over again, you develop a habit. Some people develop the habit of courage. Some people develop the habit of non-courage.”
About This Quote
Source Book: No Excuses! The Power of Self Discipline, 2010
Repeated courageous actions build a habit of bravery, while repeated avoidance builds a habit of fear.
In simple terms: Acting bravely repeatedly creates a courage habit.
Practice courage regularly.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- public speaking
- leadership challenges
- daily decision making
- risk taking
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What small brave act can you repeat daily?
- How do you differentiate courage from foolishness?
Courage can be mistaken for recklessness if not balanced with wisdom.