Courage is being scared to death… and saddling up anyway.
Meaning of the quote
This quote means that being brave doesn't mean you aren't afraid. It means that even when you're really scared, you still do what needs to be done. It's about facing your fears and not letting them stop you from taking action. Courage is being afraid, but still moving forward anyway.
About John Wayne
John Wayne, born Marion Robert Morrison, was a legendary American actor who rose to fame during Hollywood’s Golden Age, particularly in Westerns and war movies. Over the course of his illustrious career, he appeared in 179 film and television productions, cementing his status as one of the greatest male stars of classic American cinema.
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