“There are no creatures that walk the earth, not even those animals we have labelled cowards, which will not show courage when required to defend themselves.”
Source: The Vicomte de Bragelonne
“The bravest warriors know when to retreat”
Source: Little Lovely Things
“In that moment, we were all witness to the dark truth that no matter where you are, how safe you feel, there are sometimes bad people looking for an opportunity to do bad things. And it's not all about winning against them; it's about being brave and not losing against yourself.”
Source: Hideout
“When one hears about acts of extraordinary bravery in combat, it is usually a sign that the battle has not been going terribly well. For when wars unfold according to plan and one's own side is winning, acts of exceptional individual heroism are rarely called for. Bravery is required mostly by the desperate side.”
Source: Through the Language Glass: Why the World Looks Different in Other Languages
“You may trode me in the very dirt. But still, like dust, I'll rise.”
“You’re brave.” Lorna said. “I’m not,” I assured her, trying not to bristle. I hate being called brave. It’s almost as bad as inspiring.”
Source: Unbroken: 13 Stories Starring Disabled Teens
“I alone had the power to change my life. All I had to do was be brave enough to try.”
Source: The New Beginnings Coffee Club
“Non-violence is the summit of bravery.”
“What is a warrior anyway?' Black breathed. 'Being brave doesn’t make you good. I suppose there are warriors for both dark and light.”
Source: A Long Lost Fantasy
“Fear is the greatest gauge for the things you value the most.”
Source: Clashing Waters: The Obyascon Prince