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“When I was first married, my husband said I was one of the bravest people he knew. When I asked him why, he said because I was a complete coward but went ahead and did things anyhow.”

Action Courage Bravery Cowardice

Book:When Things Fall Apart: Heart Advice for Difficult Times

Source: When Things Fall Apart: Heart Advice for Difficult Times

“To what do we really commit ourselves? Is it to palying it safe and to manipulating our life and our whole world, so that it will give us security and confirmation?...Do we refuge in small satisfied actions, of both speech and mind? Or do we take refuge in warriorship, in taking a leap, in going beyond our usual safety zones?”

Life Inspirational Wisdom Life Lessons Courage Bravery

Book:When Things Fall Apart, The Places That Scare You, Start Where You Are, 10% Happier 4 Books Collection Set

Source: When Things Fall Apart, The Places That Scare You, Start Where You Are, 10% Happier 4 Books Collection Set

“The most fundamental aggression to ourselves, the most fundamental harm we can do to ourselves, is to remain ignorant by not having the courage and the respect to look at ourselves honestly and gently.”

Truth Pain Courage Mindfulness Self Awareness Self Assessment

Book:When Things Fall Apart: Heart Advice for Difficult Times

Source: When Things Fall Apart: Heart Advice for Difficult Times