Bravery Quote by Laurie Moore
““Pulling through is what people do around here. There is a kind of bravery in their lives that isn't bravery at all. It is automatic, unflinching, a mix of man and machine, consuming and unquestionable obligation meeting illness move for move in a giant even-steven game of chess - an unending round of something that looks like shadowboxing, though between love and death, which is the shadow? 'Everyone admires us for our courage,' says one man. 'They have no idea what they're talking about.””
About This Quote
Bravery here is described as an automatic, machine‑like response to illness and conflict, blurring the line between genuine courage and duty‑driven action.
In simple terms: Bravery can be automatic, like a machine, not always true courage.
Key Takeaway
Question the authenticity of your actions.
Themes
courage
automation
illness
duty
existence
Mood
thoughtful
serious
Type
reflective
philosophical
When to use this quote
- health crises
- ethical dilemmas
- daily struggles
Key Concepts
psychology
mechanization
existentialism
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you act out of duty or true bravery?
- How does routine affect your sense of courage?
A Different Perspective
Automation may suppress authentic emotional response.
