Courage and overcoming setbacks
Without courage we cannot practice any other virtue with consistency. We can't be kind, true, merciful, generous, or honest.
— Maya Angelou (1928–2014), As quoted in USA Today (5 March 1988)

Courage and overcoming setbacks

What it means

Courage underpins every other virtue; without it we cannot be kind or honest when it counts. It is what lets good intentions survive pressure.

About the author

Maya Angelou — American writer and activist (1928–2014).

Source and verification

Source
As quoted in USA Today (5 March 1988)
Reference
Maya Angelou on Wikiquote
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