
Nina Lesowitz and Mary Beth Sammons
An inspirational guide on cultivating courage to overcome fear, adversity, and make a meaningful difference in life.
The book includes stories from people ranging from Olympic athletes to survivors of natural disasters and war.
Section 1
9 Sections
As we begin this journey into the heart of courage, it’s essential to understand that courage is not simply about grand heroic acts or fearless deeds.
Consider the story of a single mother who, during a devastating recession, saved her home by baking and selling cakes. She wasn’t a superhero in the traditional sense, but her courage was undeniable—she faced financial ruin and fear head-on, swallowing her pride to ask for help and take action.
Similarly, a young Olympic skier channels fear into focus, using adrenaline not to freeze but to propel herself down treacherous slopes. Her courage is not the absence of fear but mastery of it, a lesson that applies far beyond sports.
What separates those who act courageously from those who freeze is not the lack of fear but the willingness to acknowledge it and proceed anyway.
As we move forward, we will explore how this inner strength can be cultivated, how facing fear becomes a path to growth, and how courage manifests not only in grand moments but in daily acts of bravery.
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