It used to take courage--indeed, it was the act of courage par excellence--to leave the comforts of home and family and go out into the world seeking adventure. Today there are fewer places to discover, and the real adventure is to stay at home.--Alvaro de Solva

It was times like these when I thought my father, who hated guns and had never been to any wars, was the bravest man who ever lived.--Harper Lee (To Kill a Mockingbird)

Keep your fears to yourself, but share your courage with others.--Robert Louis Stevenson

Kill the snake of doubt in your soul, crush the worms of fear in your heart and mountains will move out of your way.--Kate Seredy