Quotation by

Umberto Eco

Nothing gives a fearful man more courage than another's fear.

Courage

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When someone who is already scared sees another person also feeling afraid, it can make them feel braver because they realize they are not alone in their fear. This shared fear creates a sense of solidarity that can boost their courage in a difficult situation.

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