Courage Quotes

Fear is universal. So is the choice to act despite it. These quotes honor that choice.

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"Comedy requires courage because you're putting yourself out there."
Cecily Strong
"You have to be willing to go to uncomfortable places to find something real."
Cecily Strong
"You have to be brave enough to be vulnerable on stage."
Cecily Strong
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"Never underestimate the power of a good entrance."
Paul Lynde
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"The only impossible journey is the one you never begin."
Paul Lynde
P
"The only limit to our realization of tomorrow is our doubts of today."
Paul Lynde
P
"Life shrinks or expands in proportion to one's courage."
Paul Lynde
P
"The only way out is through."
Paul Lynde
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"You have to be willing to fail in order to succeed."
Kristen Wiig
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"I believe in the power of saying yes to opportunities that scare you."
Kristen Wiig
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"You can't control what life throws at you, but you can control whether you catch it or let it bonk you on the head."
Andy Samberg
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"Courage isn't the absence of fear; it's just fear with a sense of humor."
Andy Samberg
"Saturday Night Live isn't about being perfect. It's about being real, being present, and being brave enough to fail in front of millions."
Lorne Michaels
"Comedy is dangerous when it's any good. That's why it matters."
Lorne Michaels
"I've never believed in playing it safe. Safe is boring, and boring doesn't build a legacy."
Lorne Michaels
"The pressure of live television is what keeps you honest. It forces you to be your best."
Lorne Michaels
"I've never shied away from controversy. The moment you do, you've compromised your integrity."
Lorne Michaels
"Comedy requires vulnerability. You have to be willing to look foolish."
Lorne Michaels
"The pressure is what makes it real. Without pressure, you're just rehearsing."
Lorne Michaels
"I've learned that the best work comes from the people who are most afraid of failing."
Lorne Michaels
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"Whether you're a kid or an old man, if you believe something, you've got to go for it."
Jim Henson
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"There's a lot of scary stuff in the world and in everyone's life, but what matters is how you face it."
Jim Henson
J
"Being a pioneer means you're willing to be uncomfortable."
Jim Henson
J
"You have to be brave enough to do what you believe in."
Jim Henson
J
"I want to encourage people to be brave in their choices."
Jim Henson
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"Courage is being scared and doing it anyway."
Flip Wilson
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"Be courageous in your convictions."
Flip Wilson
"Growth happens when you're willing to look foolish in front of others"
Kenan Thompson
"Courage is doing your best work even when the stakes feel impossible"
Kenan Thompson
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"You have to be willing to look foolish to find something new."
Kristen Wiig