Courage Quote by Kazuo Ishiguro
““...we have the satisfaction of knowing that whatever we did, we did at the time in the best of faith. Of course, we took some bold steps and often did things with much single-mindedness; but this is surely preferable to never putting one's convictions to the test, for lack of will or courage.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Remains of the Day, Kazuo Ishiguro, 1989
Acting on convictions, even imperfectly, is better than never testing them; boldness and single‑mindedness matter.
In simple terms: Act on beliefs rather than avoid them.
Key Takeaway
Choose action over in.
Themes
courage
conviction
action
integrity
Mood
determined
reflective
Type
motivational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- career decisions
- political activism
- personal relationships
- creative projects
Key Concepts
Ethics
existentialism
personal responsibility
Questions to Reflect On
- What conviction have you avoided testing?
- How can you act boldly yet responsibly?
A Different Perspective
Bold steps can lead to unintended harm if not balanced with reflection.
