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Scared Quote by LaVyrle Spencer

“Sometimes we must do things, plenty scared or not. To be able to say afterward,'I was plenty scared'makes a man a bigger man, not a smaller one.” quote by LaVyrle Spencer
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““Sometimes we must do things, plenty scared or not. To be able to say afterward,'I was plenty scared'makes a man a bigger man, not a smaller one.””

LaVyrle Spencer

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Best of Us, 1995

Facing fear makes a man larger, not smaller; courage grows through confronting terror.

In simple terms: Courage expands character.

Key Takeaway

Embrace fear to grow.

Themes

courage growth masculinity

Mood

inspirational encouraging

Type

self‑help philosophical

When to use this quote

  • career challenges
  • personal relationships
  • public speaking
  • adventure

Key Concepts

psychology personal development

Questions to Reflect On

  • What fear can you confront today?
  • How does fear shape your identity?
A Different Perspective

May romanticize fear.

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