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Courage Quote by Margie Warrell

“People play small for lots of reasons, but at the core of them all is fear. Playing small means playing safe—avoiding risk, failure, criticism, and the list goes on. But just imagine how incredibly different the world would be if everyone committed to playing big—taking on audacious goals, trying…” quote by Margie Warrell
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““People play small for lots of reasons, but at the core of them all is fear. Playing small means playing safe—avoiding risk, failure, criticism, and the list goes on. But just imagine how incredibly different the world would be if everyone committed to playing big—taking on audacious goals, trying to make a meaningful difference, being all they could possibly be.””

Margie Warrell

About This Quote

Source Book: Leadership and personal growth guide

Encourages moving beyond fear-driven smallness to pursue bold, impactful goals, envisioning a transformed world.

In simple terms: Fear keeps us small; be big.

Key Takeaway

Overcome fear, aim high.

Themes

courage growth ambition impact

Mood

motivational challenging

Type

inspirational philosophical

When to use this quote

  • Career planning
  • entrepreneurship
  • social activism

Key Concepts

Fear risk-taking vision

Questions to Reflect On

  • What audacious goal would you pursue if fear vanished?
  • How can you support others to play big?
A Different Perspective

Playing big carries risk of failure and criticism.

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