Well, number one I like dancing. Number two I knew it would be challenging because I had never done this type of dance before. I always wanted to and I happened to have the courage to go out there and give it my best shot. Evander Holyfield on courage
With his trademark courage and conviction, President Reagan led us out of the Cold War, spreading his vision of freedom, resulting in the release of millions of people from the yoke of communism. John Doolittle on courage
Paul persuaded me to join the band. I would never have had the courage otherwise. It was fun at the beginning. We were playing just for fun, with Paul's group. Linda McCartney on courage
I think laughter may be a form of courage. As humans we sometimes stand tall and look into the sun and laugh, and I think we are never more brave than when we do that. Linda Ellerbee on courage
When we read stories of heroes, we identify with them. We take the journey with them. We see how the obstacles almost overcome them. We see how they grow as human beings or gain qualities or show great qualities of strength and courage and with them, we grow in some small way. Sam Raimi on courage
My sword I give to him that shall succeed me in my pilgrimage, and my courage and skill to him that can get it. John Bunyan on courage
Have the courage of your desire. George Gissing on courage
I wish we lived in a society that made it safe and provided the courage for everyone to come out. Judith Light on courage
Now that I've got some films under my belt, I have the courage of my convictions regarding acting. It gives me a leg to stand on. Mira Sorvino on courage
The quality that defines us as Americans is the courage to respond to being hit. The courage to root out and destroy the killers. And, most importantly, the courage to hold on to our values and protect our hard-won freedoms while doing it. Nick Clooney on courage
Courage is very important. Like a muscle, it is strengthened by use. Ruth Gordon on courage
Love is the most difficult and dangerous form of courage. Courage is the most desperate, admirable and noble kind of love. Delmore Schwartz on courage
I love Joan Collins. She's a wonderful lady. She has such courage. She's such a good actress. Robert Wagner on courage
I have three favorite politicians: Reagan, Truman, and Bobby Kennedy - Bobby for showing remarkable political courage despite being loathed by many on both sides. Joe Scarborough on courage
More firm and sure the hand of courage strikes, when it obeys the watchful eye of caution. James Thomson on courage
That's what acting is - it's about... having the courage to allow your audience into the private moments of your characters' lives. Kerry Washington on courage
The criteria for serving one's country should be competence, courage and willingness to serve. When we deny people the chance to serve because of their sexual orientation, we deprive them of their rights of citizenship, and we deprive our armed forces the service of willing and capable Americans. Dianne Feinstein on courage
We had every problems starting a big top could have. The tent fell down on the first day. We had problems getting people into the shows. It was only with the courage and arrogance of youth that we survived. Guy Laliberte on courage
The word courage - God, I love that word. Words are so important to me. Peter Fonda on courage
Just two weeks ago, millions of Iraqis defied the threats of terrorists and went to the polls to determine their own future. I congratulate the Iraqi people for the courage they've shown in making these elections so successful. Bill Frist on courage