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Courage Quote by Mignon McLaughlin

“The only courage that matters is the kind that gets you from one minute to the next” quote by Mignon McLaughlin
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“The only courage that matters is the kind that gets you from one minute to the next”

Mignon McLaughlin

About This Quote

Source Essay: "The Edge of the Future", 1974

True courage is the ability to keep moving forward, minute by minute, despite fear.

In simple terms: Courage is daily perseverance.

Key Takeaway

Embrace incremental bravery.

Themes

courage resilience time growth mindset

Mood

encouraging steady

Type

motivational practical

When to use this quote

  • overcoming procrastination
  • daily goal setting
  • stress management training

Key Concepts

Stoicism psychology of fear habit formation

Questions to Reflect On

  • What daily habit builds lasting courage?
  • How do we measure progress?
A Different Perspective

Small steps may feel insignificant.

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