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The line points to courage as something that only shows itself when faced with what is real, not imagined. It can be taken to mean that bravery is tested by facts, pressure, and consequence, and it lands when someone has to stop thinking about fear in the abstract and act in a concrete situation.
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Originally said in English.
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About Munia Khan
Munia Khan is a British-Pakistani journalist and author. She has written extensively on identity, faith, and the intersections of culture in modern Britain, often blending personal reflection with sharp social commentary. Her work explores the complexities of belonging in a multicultural society.
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