Fear loses its power when we acknowledge it, name it, and pr... - Washington Irving

This quote is attributed to Washington Irving.

"Fear loses its power when we acknowledge it, name it, and proceed despite its presence."

Washington Irving Fear

Writer American 1783–1859

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