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“We respect the Springbok name deeply, but we also know that we’re writing our own story within it. We want to be known for our resilience, unity and courage”
Zintle Mpupha (born 1993) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“It feels so great. Kennedy is my inspiration so, for me, this is so encouraging and it really gives me more hope and more courage to keep on working extra hard”
Hazel Nali (born 1998) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“This is our vision: Women rising together, pulling together up, chipping away at barriers together, changing conversations, sparking new fires of hope and courage and resolve within each other, and freeing each other in every aspect possible.”
Leni Robredo (born 1965) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“I want you guys to see the kind of courage that it takes, the kind of thought and the mindset it takes and how sometimes you really just have to be willing to bet on yourself to be able to take it like one step further”
Qhawekazi Mazaleni (born 2001) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“Well, the beauty of storytelling is that when done with courage and honesty, it can tackle any issue under the sun”
Loyiso Macdonald (born 1986) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“I am who I am because I belong to a successful team and network of people who have taught me authenticity, empathy, service, hope, and courage are important virtues”
Namatai Kwekweza (born 1999) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“It offers an opportunity to reflect on progress made on the call for change and to celebrate acts of courage and determination by ordinary women who have played an extraordinary role in the history of their countries and communities.”
Helen Manyeneng first seen 2025 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Investing in women critical, DailyNews( 9 March 2025)
“It’s the courage to show up as yourself — flaws, scars, and all — and still radiate confidence. True beauty isn’t about fitting in; it’s about embracing what makes you stand out”
Botseetse Kgaphola wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“My verse forms are relatively traditional (traditions alter). In general they have moved away from strict classical patterns in the direction of greater freedom — as is usual with most artists learning a trade. It takes courage, however, to leave all props behind, to cast oneself, like Matisse, upon pure space. I still await that confidence.”
Fleur Adcock (1934–2024) said by 2024 at the latest wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“Let the full weight of justice fall on those who betrayed this nation and stole from its people, not for revenge, but for righteousness. Raise up leaders, Lord, with integrity, courage, and conviction.”
Catriona Gray (born 1994) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“I've achieved milestones that feel like have been years in the making, but that's not what I'm most thankful for. This year, I've finally built up the courage to reach out and lean on others when the going got tough”
Catriona Gray (born 1994) first seen 2023 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: https://www.abs-cbn.com/life/01/02/24/how-2023-changed-catriona-grays-perspective-on-life
“Modeling is much more than a fashion show. It is the confidence you exude, the courage you show as you move forward to overcome the challenge facing you and the multitude of eyes staring at you like a lightning on a T!”
Olivia Yacé (born 1998) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“Every time someone, but I’m thinking specifically of women, tries something they’re not sure they can do, they’re taking a risk that requires courage”
Zoë Kravitz (born 1988) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“We are reminded that the forests of the Amazon and the mountains of Lesotho are part of one system — both vital, both vulnerable, and both deserving of protection. In Sesotho we say: a home is built by many hands. Let us protect our home, our Earth, with courage, fairness, and faith.”
Nthomeng Majara (born 1963) first seen 2025 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Lesotho’s Deputy Prime Minister Delivers Powerful COP30 Speech on Climate Action,newsdesklesotho(11 November 2025)
“I’m convinced that, powered by hope and fueled by courage and anger, we have the power to transform our collective future.”
Katharine Hayhoe (born 1972) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“We shall never conquer this greatest of national perils simply by spreading pious fluff over the landscape. Cannot we simply take our courage in our own hands now and face the facts of life as they really are?, because we'd know no one wanted to publicise the problem of soldier VD.”
Ettie Rout (1877–1936) said by 1936 at the latest wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: As stated in: Tolerton, Jane (2015) "Ettie Rout New Zealand's safer sex pioneer". Penguin Random House New Zealand. pp. 20. ISBN 978-0-14-357324-1
“The true peace that we await is an act of courage that commits both sides to lay down their arms to speak in truth and draw the outlines of a final and lasting peace, based on a written and signed commitment. Abandon selfish calculations and reject sectarian division and clan rivalries.”
Paul Abel Mamba Diatta (born 1960) first seen 2015 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Casamance: "Stalemate, the peace process must be relaunched" says the Bishop of Ziguinchor (12 January 2015) Fides News Agency
“You are the torchbearers of foresight. You bear the responsibility of anticipating change, of preparing with discipline, of envisioning with courage, and of listening with humility”
Loren Legarda (born 1960) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“Seventy… such a beautiful number. Not a count of years passed but of blessings lived. Every wrinkle, every laugh line, every scar… each one tells a story of love, courage, and grace.”
Charo Santos-Concio (born 1955) first seen 2025 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: LOOK: Charo Santos marks 70th birthday with openness and gratitude ABS-CBN News | Nikka Sabio, Push Team | Published Oct 28, 2025 04:16 PM PHT
“Being the first is a big deal because it gives other people courage to do the same and follow the same path. I think that’s also what sets me apart from so many of these players — I come from Manila, because no one has done it before and no one has been here. That’s so close to my heart.”
Alexandra Eala (born 2005) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“Women, by their extraordinary talent, their subjugating beauty, their decided courage, and their virile spirit, have often caused changes in the social scene.”
Pura Villanueva Kalaw (1886–1954) said by 1954 at the latest wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“Observing that a certain malefactor bore torture with remarkable firmness, he said, “What a great rogue he must be, whose courage and constancy are bestowed on crime alone!”
Agesilaus II (444–360 BC) said by 360 BC at the latest wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“He showed the citizens in arms to one who asked why Sparta had no walls, with the words, “These are the walls of Sparta.” He used to say that “cities should be walled with the courage of the inhabitants.”
Agesilaus II (444–360 BC) said by 360 BC at the latest wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“In life, we fall, we get up, learn and move on. To be honest with oneself is the best tool to have. To carry on with grace no matter what. To always have faith, courage and love.”
Cherie Gil (1963–2022) said by 2022 at the latest wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“Character is one of the most estimable gifts of the Creator, with which he has enriched your family. Exercise courage then, and strength of mind, to rise superior to misfortune. Let no economy appear a sacrifice. At this moment we are all poor.”
Joseph Fesch (1763–1839) first seen 1815 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Letter (28 June 1815)
“All that was left was the courage to take the leap.”
Andi Eigenmann (born 1990) first seen 2016 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: . "Andi Eigenmann's 2016 post is a beautiful reflection of the year: 'It was about becoming'." January 16, 2026
“To be courageous is to expose yourself to risk, danger, maybe even harm,” Ober said. “That doesn't mean you have to march off to war, as an Athenian citizen would, but it does mean that you should be willing to express a view that may be unpopular, that you open yourself to views that you might find really challenging and hard to accept. That takes real courage.”
Josiah Ober (born 1953) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“I'm grateful for the people who've found strength in my story, and whose hearts I've touched. They remind me that sharing my truth isn't just about my own healing— it's about empowering others to find the courage to embrace theirs. So if you ever find yourself in the same shoes as me, I hope you can gather the strength to put yourself first and protect your peace.”
Maris Racal (born 1997) first seen 2024 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Maris Racal says she 'came clean' to 'ex' before they split, ABS-CBN News 6 December 2024.
“Life doesn't stop because of pain, because of betrayal–– life moves forward. In every battle, the Lord is teaching me something about faith, courage, and trusting His timing. None of this happened for nothing. Every tear, every challenge, every lesson had a reason,”
Kim Chiu (born 1990) first seen 2025 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Kim Chiu opens up a pop-up store of her business in Cebu: ‘This is a dream I refuse to give up’, Drew Acierto, Push Team 15 December 2025.
“I've long dreamed of making clothes, but I just didn't have the courage to do it and learn.”
Jessy Mendiola (born 1992) first seen 2020 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Jessy Mendiola: Soaring with staying power, PEPtionary, 21 December 2020.
“I only had the courage to try something new today,”
Jessy Mendiola (born 1992) first seen 2020 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Jessy Mendiola: Soaring with staying power, PEPtionary, 21 December 2020.
“(What do you write with?) Trepidation sometimes, courage at others, and a nagging curiosity mostly. (2020)”
Shani Mootoo (born 1957) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“I prayed about what happened to me. I said, ‘Lord, I surrender everything that happened to me. You take care of me. Give me comfort, courage. You created me, so please make me whole again.’ My healing journey began when our father passed away,”
Jona Viray (born 1989) first seen 2025 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Jona Viray on experiencing abuse from her father: 'I feel strong enough to share my journey', Nikka Sabio, Push Team 28 October 2025.
“I have served the people well. I gave my all and I am proud to say that my integrity remains intact and I have never wanted to lose sight of the people I have sworn to serve with full fidelity and courage.”
Judy Taguiwalo (born 1950) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“(About Costanzo Preve) [...] a philosopher of profound, rigorous and severe training, is, on the other hand, a citizen who knows well that civic courage, far from being a virtue, is simply a duty; and that study can never be an alibi for hiding in well-tended inner gardens while, around us, iron and fire are unleashed.”
Franco Cardini (born 1940) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“I think the employees and the officials of the Court equally deserve appreciation from the justices. You have (stood) up with courage in supporting the justices regardless of any personal inconvenience or risk on your part.”
Teresita de Castro (born 1948) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“This is a journey marked by immense challenges but also by unwavering courage and the conviction that no obstacle is greater than guaranteeing vaccination and every child’s right to a healthy future.”
Sílvia Lutucuta (born 1968) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“There will be sacrifices in thus referring everything to God; there are sacrifices, and there will be always. But what matters it ? This is our life, the end for which we were created, our destination, — to sacrifice everything to God with devotion and courage, and to find everything in God in eternity.”
Gustave-Xavier de La Croix de Ravignan (1795–1858) said by 1858 at the latest wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Ravignan's Last Retreat (1859)
“The God, who made earth's iron, would create no slave; therefore he gave the sabre, the sword, and the spear, for man's right hand. Hence he imbued him with courage, lent accents of wrath to freedom's voice, that he might maintain the feud till death.”
Ernst Moritz Arndt (1769–1860) said by 1860 at the latest wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Vaterlandslied ('Song of the Fatherland') st. 1, as translated by Craufurd Tait Ramage, Beautiful Thoughts from German and Spanish Authors, rev. ed. (Liverpool: Edward Howell, 1880) p. 1. Compare: Lucan, Pharsalia, b. 4…
“If the so-called “best” among us had the courage to underestimate themselves at least a little, we would live in an infinitely better world.”
Fabrizio De André (1940–1999) said by 1999 at the latest wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“Morale is not a single instinct. It has many ingredients. A sense of personal responsibility, the natural courage of an individual, the amount of his acquired self-discipline — and above all his interest in others — these together make up the spirit of morale.”
Phyllis Bottome (1882–1963) said by 1963 at the latest wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“The fight for equality requires both courage and persistence.”
Beatriz Merino (born 1947) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“Interviewer: Who were the most brilliant and influential figures in the history of the MSI? Matteoli: De Marsanich, Anfuso for foreign policy, Romualdi who was the first to speak of taking sides, Almirante for his courage and his charisma.”
Altero Matteoli (1940–2017) said by 2017 at the latest wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“[To Gilberto Pichetto Fratin] Do you know that the term building amnesty is untranslatable in Europe, because they simply don’t know what it means? You have normalised it, and today you did not have the courage to make a commitment in the Italian Parliament and say: no more building amnesties.”
Angelo Bonelli (born 1962) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“Every early morning, every late night, every decision made with both courage and care,”
Sofia Andres (born 1998) first seen 2025 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Sofia Andres on building life and business with Daniel Miranda: ‘Through the years, you’ve changed me in the best ways’, Nikka Sabio, Push Team, 13 September 2025.
“Death for a cause unworthy of dying for, was called a "dog's death." "To rush into the thick of battle and to be slain in it," says a Prince of Mito, "is easy enough, and the merest churl is equal to the task; but," he continues, "it is true courage to live when it is right to live, and to die only when it is right to die.”
Nitobe Inazō (1862–1933) said by 1933 at the latest wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“En 1976-1977, j'ai été actif dans certains mouvements politiques classés très à droite. Je ne dirai pas, comme certains, que cétait une erreui de jeunesse. Ce serait manquer de courage et de dignité, me semble-t-il. Il y a des choses que je ne referais plus, c'est sûr, mais ce fut une expérience, parm d'autres.”
Jean-François Mayer (born 1957) first seen 1976 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: In 1976-1977, I was active in certain political movements classified as far right. I won't say, as some do, that it was a youthful mistake. That would be lacking in courage and dignity, in my opinion. There are things I…
“Compassion, courage, and a little extra kindness in your everyday life.”
Kim Atienza (born 1967) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“He knows yung kapasidad ko [what my capacity is], that I can still give more to it, even though I did not believe it myself. But he did. So that gave me courage more than anything else.”
Hilda Koronel (born 1957) first seen 2026 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: . "Watch: Hilda Koronel Is Not Done Telling Stories About Survival". Vogue.ph. 12 March 2026
“Because, thanks to God, every time a single human being frees themselves from evil, many, many more will find the courage to keep it at bay.”
Pierangelo Sequeri (born 1944) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source