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Courage Quote by George Leonard

“Mastery is a journey, and that the master must have the courage to risk failure.” quote by George Leonard
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“Mastery is a journey, and that the master must have the courage to risk failure.”

George Leonard

About This Quote

Source Book: Mastery: The Keys to Success and Long-Term Fulfillment, 1991

Mastery is a continual journey requiring courage to face possible failure.

In simple terms: Mastery needs courage to risk failure.

Key Takeaway

Embrace risk on the path to mastery.

Themes

personal growth risk mastery

Mood

reflective inspirational

Type

philosophical motivational

When to use this quote

  • career advancement
  • artistic practice
  • skill learning
  • entrepreneurship

Key Concepts

courage learning cycles resilience

Questions to Reflect On

  • What risks have you avoided?
  • How can failure become a teacher?
A Different Perspective

Overemphasis on safety can stall progress.

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