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Meaning
This reads as a struggle between impulse and caution, with the speaker treating fear as something to face rather than obey. It can be taken to mean that courage is not the absence of hesitation, but the choice not to surrender first. It lands in moments when someone is about to take a hard step, and needs to hold steady long enough to act.
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Originally said in English.
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About Craig D. Lounsbrough
Craig D. Lounsbrough is a British journalist and author. He has written extensively on travel, culture, and history, with a focus on underrepresented regions and their stories. His work often blends firsthand observation with thoughtful reflection on place and identity.
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