Confidence Quote by Eleanor Roosevelt
“You gain strength, courage, and confidence by every experience in which you really stop to look fear in the face… The danger lies in refusing to face the fear, in not daring to come to grips with it. If you fail anywhere along the line it will take away your confidence. You must make yourself succeed every time. You must do the thing you think you cannot do.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Women’s Rights Address, 1939
Facing fear directly builds bravery, confidence, and resilience; avoidance weakens self‑trust.
In simple terms: Confront fear to grow.
Key Takeaway
Act despite fear to strengthen confidence.
Themes
courage
self‑trust
resilience
Mood
hopeful
reflective
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- public speaking
- career challenges
- personal growth
Key Concepts
psychology
growth mindset
fear management
Questions to Reflect On
- Which fear will you confront today?
- What steps help you face fear?
A Different Perspective
Fear can be overwhelming and paralyze action.
