Brave Quote by Edward Bulwer-Lytton, 1st Baron Lytton
“It is an error to suppose that courage means courage in everything. Most people are brave only in the dangers to which they accustom themselves, either in imagination or practice.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Thoughts on Courage, 1845
Courage is often limited to familiar dangers; true bravery requires confronting the unknown.
In simple terms: Courage is usually only for known risks.
Expand your comfort zone.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal development
- leadership
- adventure
- creative projects
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What unfamiliar challenge could you face today?
- How do you define true bravery?
Courage can be misapplied if not directed toward growth.