What is courage, it is having the mental strength to go beyond your comfort zone and do something you would not normally do.
The Wikipedia definition of courage and compassion is described.
Courage (is referred as bravery, boldness, fearlessness, mettle, fortitude, or intrepidity) is the ability to confront fear, pain, danger, uncertainty, or intimidation.
"Physical courage" is courage in the face of physical pain, hardship, death, or threat of death.
"Moral courage" is the ability to act rightly in the face of popular opposition, shame, scandal, or discouragement.
"Compassion" is the virtue of empathy for the suffering of others.
Courage you would think is all you need, but courage without compassion is dangerous. The courage to speak out or act out physically would be dangerous if it is done without compassion. Most courageous acts in saving people happens because of compassion.
Sifu Hayes www.silentriverkungfu.com
Stony Plain, Alberta, Canada
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