Bigs Quote by Gayle Forman
“I can keep picking small fights, or brave the big one. Time to screw my courage. Or go down trying.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: "Just One Day", 2008
Choose between petty conflicts or confronting a major challenge; courage is required.
In simple terms: Pick big battles over small fights.
Key Takeaway
Face the larger challenge bravely.
Themes
courage
conflict resolution
personal growth
Mood
inspirational
reflective
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- relationship crisis
- career decision
- health challenge
- ethical dilemma
Key Concepts
risk assessment
self-awareness
Questions to Reflect On
- What are you avoiding by fighting small battles?
- How does fear influence your choices?
A Different Perspective
Small fights may also hold hidden value.
![“He [the golfer] must have the courage to keep trying in the face of ill luck or disappointment, and timidity to appreciate and appraise the dangers of each stroke, and to curb the desire to take chances beyond reasonable hope of success.” quote by Bobby Jones](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/c50/bobby-jones-10373_appraise_he-the-golfer-must-have-the-courage-to-k_3194680.jpg)
![“The only regret I have in my career, is my managers wanted a big payday, and I wanted four or five more fights before going in with [Larry] Holmes. That would have made all the difference.” quote by Gerry Cooney](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/d63/gerry-cooney-20863_bigs_the-only-regret-i-have-in-my-career-is-m_1534.jpg)
