"It had long since come to my attention that people of accomp..." — Leonardo da Vinci
It had long since come to my attention that people of accomplishment rarely sat back and let things happen to them. They went out and happened to things.
What This Quote Means
Courage grows with practice — each brave act makes the next one easier.
About Leonardo da Vinci
Leonardo da Vinci was an Italian polymath of the Renaissance whose areas of interest included art, science, and engineering.
Leonardo da Vinci (1452-1519) was the ultimate Renaissance man whose curiosity and creativity spanned art, science, and engineering.
How to Apply This Wisdom
Face a fear
Identify one fear holding you back and take a small step toward facing it today.
Build brave habits
Practice courage in small things so it becomes natural in big things.
Inspire others
Your bravery gives others permission to be brave too.
Reflection Questions
- What would I attempt if I knew I could not fail?
- Where is fear holding me back from living fully?
- When did an act of courage lead to an unexpected reward?
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