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Courage Quote by Michelle Cohen Corasanti

“Courage, I realised, was not the absence of fear: it was the absence of selfishness; putting someone else's interest before one's own.” quote by Michelle Cohen Corasanti
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““Courage, I realised, was not the absence of fear: it was the absence of selfishness; putting someone else's interest before one's own.””

Michelle Cohen Corasanti

About This Quote

Source Book: The Courage to Be Disliked, 2018

True courage means acting for others, not avoiding fear for personal comfort.

In simple terms: Courage is self‑less action.

Key Takeaway

Prioritize others over self‑interest.

Themes

courage selflessness leadership

Mood

inspired reflective

Type

ethical motivational

When to use this quote

  • volunteering
  • team leadership
  • conflict resolution
  • parenting
  • public service

Key Concepts

ethical philosophy altruism personal growth

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you practice self‑less decisions daily?
  • What barriers keep you from putting others first?
A Different Perspective

Self‑interest can still dominate despite good intentions.

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