You may think less of me for my bold acts, but it is that very trait that strengthens my self-esteem and enriches an otherwise stale existence.

Fear is not something easily shrugged off; it hangs on its prey like a heavy cloak threatening to choke and weigh down the wearer. Despite fear’s awful hindering effects, we must dare to behave boldly in its presence. For boldness is one of the few weapons that can convince fear to loosen its grip.

It is said that the boldest thing you can do is think for yourself, but I believe that it is bolder still to act on those thoughts and ideas despite certain criticism and objections. To be true to yourself—to look straight into your own eyes reflected in the mirror and be loyal to the person you see—is to be bold indeed.

My sonwho dares to try,with boldness takes a standagainst fear, odds, and opponentsand wins.

Fake boldness if you must—whatever it takes to keep a timid nature from hindering your living life to its full potential.

What is it to be bold? To feel fear but pay it no heed. To take a chance despite the looming threat of failure. To risk ridicule while attempting something new and unusual. To ignore probabilities. To scorn the odds. To hope, to dream, to dare to fly. This is to be bold.

The boldest thing I ever did was turn to face my fear.The boldest move I ever made was mimicking its sneer.The boldest word I ever breathed while standing toe to toe,Was formed by trembling lips that dared to snarl 'I said no!'

The boldest thing I ever learnedwas how to stand up talland know that I was just as grandas anyone at all.

Your boldness will be a spark that ignites boldness in others. Be a catalyst for the pursuit of all good things.