About this quote

Support from others can buy comfort but it cannot make you brave. If you wait for backers to take risks for you, you'll keep standing on the sidelines. Courage is a decision you perform with your body and routines, not a thing you receive. Pick one small act that forces you to move forward and do it today.

When to use it

• During my promotion meeting I said, "I appreciate the recommendation, but I'll take on that pilot project and prove I can lead it."
• After being offered a bench role, I told my coach, "Thanks for the chance, I'll be first at practice for the next month and earn my spot."
• At a rehab appointment I replied, "You can guide me, but I'll start the extra exercises myself from today onward."
• When relatives offered startup money I answered, "I value the help, but I'll sign the lease only after I bring in the first three customers myself."