I'd like to introduce you to Abel, my guru. It is all very simple, really. I embarked on a self rediscovery about seven years ago; and somewhere in the mist I met this colossal voice of guidance. It has been hard to confront some of the things he's proposed and theorized. Because he poses challenges, to seek answers were many do not venture. No euphemisms, no sugar coating. The most humbling of times, to say the least.
And his words, alone, Engaging. Inspiring
Abel proceeded to the front of the room. Pacing back and forth.. Hands behind his back.
" What is Bravery?"
"I repeat, what is Bravery?"
He smiled keenly because he knew the severity of this concept.
"Bravery, My Dear, is momentary insanity."
Hear it comes.
"Bravery is momentary insanity. The point where all reason and rationale are thrown out the way. Where passion meets impulse.
When you wear your insides out. Expose the true of heart. What beats in your chest. The very belief, idea, and being you surrender yourself to. The coming to terms in the mirror. That Yes this is what you need, want, desire, hope for. Acceptance, yes. And yet taking that acceptance and personifying it.
Bravery! Bravery is dousing yourself with passion for This. Covering every inch of your flesh. Slathering on war paint, dominating every bit of your soul. Let it fill your lungs. Find home in your limbs, your core: to Act.
Because your life, your very existence depends on it.
He walked centered, shaking his index finger.
"Bravery, my dear, is the breath every being seeks.
Because Without It, You Are Nothing."
Class dismissed.