What Makes You Feel Courageous?

We asked our writers to share something that makes them feel courageous. These were their answers.

My sister. Her passion and boldness in experiencing the world inspires me to live courageously.

- Suzanne Irani

I feel courageous when I keep my commitments to myself and to others. For example, I like to write down everything I need to do on a list. When I check things off my list, I feel like I can accomplish anything and I feel courageous.

- Ashley Bond

I am at my most courageous when one of my friends is afraid or anxious. I hate talking to strangers unless someone else needs me to do it for them.

- Kaylina Savela

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I feel courageous when I listen to energetic music.

- Ray Ajemian

I feel the most courageous when I'm with friends.

- Victoria Helrigel

I feel courageous whenever I can make it through the day without fixating on what has gone wrong.

- Sydney Kim

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Dressing in nice clothes and having a game plan.

- Liz Hoornstra

I feel courageous when I think of my parents. They are the most courageous people I know, so when I think of them... I feel like I should make them proud by doing something that I don't necessarily want to do.

- Jenie Li

Doing things that may be a little outside of my comfort zone.

- Nicole Corrunker

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