Essays on Courage

I have always been the oddball in the crowd, no matter if I intended to break out, or not. I was even harshly bullied in middle school, being labeled as a white girl in a black girl’s body. Peers can be very callous and make school very unpleasant. Luckily, all this did not impact me in the wrong sense, since I have learned early on that people bully others because they are dealing with personal issues themselves. Looking a short while back, I still can hear the whispers of my mother’s voice, “Never allow someone else decide Continue reading...

Bainbridge, B. (1991). The Birthday Boys. London: Hachette UK.
“The Birthday Boys” is an acclaimed piece of literary work by Beryl Bainbridge. This novel was published in the year 1991and presents an imaginary tale of South Pole mission by captain Robert Falcon Scott. This story describes the emotional aspect of human endurance and misguided audacity in a very realistic manner. This paper intends to discuss the novel with a focuses on courage as central them of the story.
Beryl Bainbridge is an English author who is named as one of the greatest authors of the United Kingdom. The author Continue reading...

The common meaning of the word “courage” is bravery, however, its actual meaning is a lot deeper and more significant than just that. Courage is a whole philosophy for people, who overcame their fears and did what they thought, is impossible. Courage is an attitude towards the unknown, scary and frightening. Courage is something you need to develop in yourself; it is a skill, and you don’t get it easily. It is what you get for overcoming your fears. It is what you get for standing your ground and standing up for what is right. It is a Continue reading...

The Things They carried by Tim O'Brien is a story regarding a soldier who takes part in the Vietnam War. O’Brien is the narrator. The story has various themes regarding the war and a bunch of soldiers of an American platoon. One of the dominant themes is death among the soldiers. In the introductory part of the narrative, the author provides a description of the major characters by describing the things that they carry. His description of the characters goes from the physical objects to emotional expressions. He states thus, “they carried all the emotional baggage of men Continue reading...

English

What can be more scaring than war or a military conflict? In the horrific times of warfare a real insides of a man can be seen, in the time of warfare a character is forged, like steel.
Such a man we see, a man, who became a soldier for a number of his own reasons, but quite few points can be said for sure. To become a soldier a person must be brave, and of a great courage to dedicate his life to the cause, and be ready to give that life for the cause when the moment comes. Continue reading...

Introduction

‘Mother Courage and Her Children’ is a luminous piece of literary work by German author Bertolt Brecht. This play is considered to be one of the greatest anti war plays of all times. The author has presented some very relevant issues in his novel. The novel was written a long time ago but is still acclaimed for its expressive views on wars and its repercussions. Brecht raises questions on the necessity and morality of fighting wars in his play. This paper aims to propose a discussion on the play, ‘Mother Courage and Her Children’ and further presents an analysis Continue reading...

In “Mother Courage and Her Children”, Bertolt Brecht gives a clear image of two commonnesses — pace and was. Play’s action takes place between 1624 and 1634. In the beginning, Mother Courage is self-confident and full of strength. Her work is to sell different things to soldiers: from drinks to ammunition. Also, Courage’s children help her doing that. She has two sons — Eilif and Feyos —and a daughter — Kattrin. Gradually, the heroine loses everything. Her sons become soldiers and then die. Her daughter is killed when she tries to wake citizens of Halle that are threatened with Catholics’ Continue reading...

Introduction

George W. Bush, have incorporated the army values over his term. Two of these values are personal courage and duty.
Army culture is a result of traditions, norms of conduct, customs, ethos, ideals and army values present for around two centuries. The Department of Army encourages particular norms of conduct. The law of land warfare influences the operations administered by the president who needs to embody the highest altitude of organizational and personal discipline and ethical values. The Uniform Code of Military Justice, the law of land warfare and the conduct standards made the discipline very important, and the Continue reading...

The Socratic Method is also known as the elenchic method or elenchus. It involves the use of questions in the process of discussion. The Socratic Method allows a person to obtain an opinion through posing a quasi-rhetorical question. Such a question triggers the next person to think. It provides him or her with the direction in which he or she should think. This only makes it easier for that person to provide answers. The main agenda is to guide the thinking process of a person. In this method, the inquirer dismisses every hypothesis that contradicts itself. Such continued elimination Continue reading...

Courage

Winston Churchill in one of his eloquent speech once declared it that; courage is what it takes to stand up and speak; courage is also what it takes to sit down and listen. Nelson Mandela went ahead to share his thoughts that; courageous people don’t fear forgiving for the sake of peace. A lot of scholars have stated quite inspiring and captivating quotes about courage (Broder 3). So, how ready are you to stand up and speak even in front of most feared men? How ready are you to sit down and listen to that insignificant person in Continue reading...

One circumstance, obstacle or conflict in my life that I felt was important to overcome was a boxing match with another individual. This was the first time that I had to fight another person in an actual match. Not only that, but this person also had a lot more experience, age, and size then I did at the time. By facing this challenge, and overcoming it, I was able to change as a person in a positive way, and grow to face new challenges. Therefore, this fight presented a representation of the importance of overcoming problems as we face Continue reading...

The contemporary “hero” that I want to focus on is Harry Potter from the Harry Potter Series. The story of Harry Potter spans seven books, and we meet him just as he begins his journey as a wizard. Harry Potter, in my opinion, falls under the “heroic” standards in ancient mythology because he fits the basic criteria of a “hero” and is similar to Diomedes from the Iliad. It is apparent when we learn of Harry’s infancy and his tragic childhood that includes losing his parents, surviving a horrible attack that should have left him dead, and defeating Continue reading...

Someone once aptly said – everything belongs to the mind; shut your mind and the world disappears. True to this, freedom too is a state of the mind. With freedom come happiness, serenity and also responsibility. The stepping stone to attain this freedom is based on a strong foundation laid by courage. Courage can be depicted either subtly or explicitly in innumerable forms. Free Enterprise, written by Michelle Cliff and Bailey’s Café, by Gloria Naylor are two novels that unfold and unravel the lives of an array of bizarre and unique characters and the intense struggle of every individual Continue reading...

Charismatic leadership is considered as the leadership resting on the characteristics such as devotion to extraordinary sanctity, commendable character, heroism, normative orders and patterns that are designed and revealed by an individual (Miller, Vandome & McBrewster, 2010). Leaders become involve in the peculiar behaviors and thus display considerable expertise. The situations and circumstances of crisis and other realities lead to creation of an atmosphere that is favorable for the charismatic leadership emergence. The followers however react to such unexpected behaviors and actions as a member of the situations context and help in attributing charisma to leader. The charismatic traits include Continue reading...

During WWII, Nazi Germany invaded and occupied a lot of countries (Frank 12). Hitler was the leader of Nazi Germany who carried out the persecution of various groups of people including the Jews. The Frank family lived in Holland throughout this turbulent period. As Jews, the Frank family faced certain death or imprisonment, which drove them into hiding.
The main characters within The Diary of Anne Frank are Anne, her mother Edith, her father Otto, her sister Margot, the Van Daan family, Dussel the dentist, and Miep and all the helpers. They endured hard times for two years in Continue reading...

Introduction

Summary
The book is a historic one. The beginning and the end of the writing refer to the ancient city of Troy under the myth of Britain’s lineage. The books refer the way of Britain’s Trojan founder, Brutus. The translator of the poem makes an introduction of the British greatest leader, the legendary King Arthur (Armitage 12). The main action of the story takes place at the Camelot court where Arthur introduces a new game since it was New Year and game challenges were routine during holiday celebrations.

The poem is plotted during a New Year’s Continue reading...

Heroes are a much vaunted source of pride among the cultures and history of mankind. In each society, the tales of heroic exploits have been used to teach both the lessons of truth and valor and the pitfalls of overconfidence and poor planning. This essay will explore the similarities and differences that that two of history’s greatest adventurers have alongside implications of these comparisons. In the end this essay will have explored both the Odyssey and the tale of Beowulf to develop a better understanding of the full depth of the story on every level.
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Question answered by the reflections: - How can a community of closely-knit individuals with largely similar circumstances agitate for better working conditions in a foreign country?
The movie is highly emotive while maintaining a sense of purpose and balance. The courage shown by the workers of the meat-processing firm, lakeside packers, in the small town of Alberta is a demonstration of courage in face of all adversity.
The composition of the town was traditionally white but the town had in experienced, recent times, an influx of immigrants making it a highly metropolitan society. The majority of the immigrants moving Continue reading...

It was a beautiful evening. The great crimson sun was leisurely sinking down the horizon. I looked at my wrist watch and realized it was getting late. I doubled my pace. It had been a good day at school. I was looking forward to a long, beautiful weekend ahead. Suddenly I heard a loud screech of brakes and turned to look over my shoulder. No sooner had I seen the braking vehicle than I felt a strong arm around my neck. I lost my senses momentarily and when I gained consciousness, I was blindfolded and my hands were tied Continue reading...

“To fight with the sword does call for bravery of a sort. But to die is braver far than to kill. He alone is truly brave, he alone is martyr in the true sense who dies without fear in his heart and without wishing hurt to his enemy, not the one who kills and dies” – Mohandas K. Gandhi, 1938 (Johnson, 105).
History is replete with examples of countries which, in their darkest hours, rose to manifest the brave and virtuous traits of their great leaders. In 19th-century America, Abraham Lincoln’s inspirational leadership galvanized resistance to calls to accommodate Continue reading...

Real-world manifestations

The topic on William Dubois, Booker T Washington, and other leaders was not only informative, but also though-provoking. These leaders were operating at a time when conditions were harsh for the African race. Africans were viewed as being inferior to the Europeans. The white people that Africans did not have the ability to think independently or to even govern themselves. The white man had succeeded in making black people believe that they lacked the capacity and the ability to function just as the white man. The leadership of leaders like William Dubois must have been received with minimal hope Continue reading...

Over the centuries, philosophers have formulated theoretical framework disengaging right from wrong to guide the society in living an ethical life. My worldview leans significantly to the theoretical framework of virtue ethics. This theory postulates that living rightly an individual has to develop the virtues of courage, temperance, wisdom and compassion, while at the same time avoid vices such as selfishness, greed and jealousy, (Shafer-Landau, 2007). My philosophical view of life is that of living virtuously, I consider this type of living as bringing peaceful coexistence between members of the society and keeping conflicts on the low, if they Continue reading...

English 28

The central idea in the story “Nobody Knows” is that that people should be self-confident despite the fact that they are different. George is one person who is thrilled with the hunger for love and sex but he hides it. He is self confirmed by Louise who writes him a letter informing him that she will be his if he wants. The story is about George and Louise who become intimate. George is thrilled by the act since he was inexperienced and does not want it to be disclosed but as for Louise, the act holds no thrill to Continue reading...

The person that I interviewed for the purpose of this assignment is my 12-year-old nephew who is in 6th grade. I love my nephew so much and we spend quite some time with him. Through experience, I have learned that he has the gift of courage (NIRV 1 Corinthians 12). The reason that has made me believe that my nephew has this gift of the Holy Spirit is in the way he handles scary instances that would have otherwise be considered overrated for him. He walks alone in places that even an elderly person would compromise. Despite his parents Continue reading...

Final Literature Exam Question 1

The beauty of poetry and indeed any literary works is that the interpretation is not cast on stone. What a section of the audience may see as positive, another section may see as negative. At the end of the day, it is the justification that matters. The Charge of the Light Brigade raises these contrasting feelings. It could be both relevant and or irrelevant depending on the side of the coin one looks at. The paper will advance both arguments in a view to appreciate the beauty of the poem and indeed literature’s overall wealth.
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The central themes of one’s identity, and strength and skill are interwoven in the characters and the plot of the poem “Beowulf.” The setting of the poem and the time period in which it is set both characterize the identity of individuals is a string of lineage, where individuals are judged in society according to the repute of their ancestors, and the strength and skill they possess. Basically, Beowulf is a record of heroic deeds, so it is not surprising that the theme of identity, which revolves around individual reputation based on ancestral heritage, is central to the Continue reading...

Although it seems like a simple story, Rapunzel is about a couple wanting to have a child for so long, an enchantress feared by all in the land, the beautiful Rapunzel who grew up with long tresses and an enchanting voice, and the prince who would later on become Rapunzel's husband. Their story is a web of events that began with Rapunzel's pregnant mother wanting to have a taste of the luscious looking rampions in the enchantress' garden. The Grimm's Brothers fairy tale story, Rapunzel, is replete with life lessons that readers can glean from it.
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Introduction

A hero is a man with a clearly distinguished courage and the admired ability to do extraordinary things. One set his courage and the noble qualities that lead to the brave capabilities in the performance of the duties as per the requirements. The code of performing heroic acts makes one conspicuous and more admirable in the face of the society. This leads one to be regarded as ideal and more reliable in issues to do with the performance of the key and crucial duties as per the requirements of the scenery.
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In discussing the various moral virtues in existence, Aristotle focused on the issue of courage (Ross 39). He describes courage as a virtue that is associated with the feeling of fear, especially in a case of war where death is a real possibility. Under such circumstances, an individual who has the virtues of courage stands his ground, regardless of whether the others run away or not. This can be likened to the case of the soldiers at war where they have to keep pushing forward. When a colleague falls, there is no looking back. They seek to fill the Continue reading...

I can define courage as the emotional strength s and the exercise of the will which helps in accomplishing the set goals in the midst of opposition, both internal and external. It normally comes together with bravery, perseverance, honesty, and enthusiasm (zest). It is the ability to confront uncertainty, danger, pain, fear, or intimidation. Courage exists in four types. They are physical courage, social courage, moral courage, and the creative courage. In this work, I have expounded on these types of courage, with examples in real life situation.
Physical courage is that aspect of courage in the midst of Continue reading...

“Courage” features in Anne Sexton’s eighth and last original poetry collection, The Awful Rowing Toward God, published by Houghton Mifflin. This collection was published in 1975, a year after her suicide (biography). In “Courage,” Sexton takes the reader through four stages of life, using a sequence of symbolic metaphors to illustrate the courageous ways in which humans counter adversity.
Sexton uses the enticing title “Courage” as a theme that she then goes on to explain in the poem. In the first stanza, the “it” is courage and the examples of courage are listed after “it.”
“Courage,” contains four Continue reading...

Introduction

Human brain is a complex organ and so are its diseases. Over the years numerous techniques, devices and processes have been developed that can help us to correctly access and diagnose the problem areas and provide solutions to them (14). Computer controlled delivery of carbon dioxide is a method that is conducted with the help of a gas blender that works to supply and alter carbon dioxide to the brain creating tensions in the brain (10) (16).

Carbon dioxide challenge

Changes in the carbon dioxide tensions in the brain are capable of sufficiently affecting the Brain and its functioning (1) . Due to Continue reading...

Aristotle describes five states of character that are improperly called courage. They include the courage of a citizen-soldier, courage of a professional soldier, courage instigated by passion, courage of the sanguine people and courage displayed by individuals ignorant of danger. For the purpose of this paper, we will discuss the courage of a professional soldier and courage displayed by individuals ignorant of danger.
In addition, for the two states of character that you named, provide Aristotle's explanation as to why it is a mistake when a person calls these states of character "courage."

Courage of a professional soldier

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The Gilgamesh is a Sumerian poem that is regarded the first poem to be written in the world. The content of the Gilgamesh revolves around the use of archetypal symbols, through which gods are presented as omniscient and omnipotent. The gods in the poem are characterized by their foolish use of power. On the other hand, Beowulf is the oldest Anglo-Saxon epic that was written in the 8th century A.D. The concerns of the poem are original symbols, powerful images, and powerful gods that control the action (Scheub 21). The epics of Gilgamesh and Beowulf concentrate on the immorality Continue reading...

Introduction

Leadership is defined by Chester Bernard as "the ability of a superior to influence the behavior of subordinates and persuade them to follow a particular course of action" (ETSU, 2013). For the success of any organization or a mission, it is important to have a great leader at the helm. A true leader is he who can elicit positive actions, behaviors and emotions in people without the promise of a reward or a threat of punishment (Givray, 2012). A true leader is he who with his passion, perseverance and dedication can guide his followers and subordinates into the right Continue reading...

Reflection on Values and Ethics in organizations

1.0 Introduction
In today’s organization, code of ethics, mission, vision, organizational culture, values as well as social responsibility have become very important aspects that guide an organization to success. For the success of an organization the management is most responsible for the formulation of these critical aspects of the organization. As such the personal code ethics, mission, vision, values and culture of the manager are more often than not intertwined with those of the organizations. As for a company or any institution to be successful, then the manager should have good personal values that will enable him steer Continue reading...

1. Federal, State and Local Agencies

Federal: United States Secret Service (USSS)

The United States Secret Service (USSS) is an integral component of the Department of Homeland Security responsible for handling of financial crimes and the protection of national leaders and their families. Currently, the USSS has an estimated 6,700 employees and 4,400 sworn members dealing with problems on fraud concerning the financial institutions and transactions of the US. Yet, the death of President William McKinley by assassination in 1901 led to the expansion of the role of the USSS to include the provision of safeguarding mechanisms for national leaders and all those Continue reading...

“Guilt by Association is not the American way!” stated Senator Durbin invoking that “We should all agree that it is wrong to blame an entire community for the wrongdoing of a few” (Fox News). The senator Dick Durban opened his first-ever hearing of the Civil Rights for American-Muslims address in the history of the United States. Durban is the 47th Senator of United States elected from the State of Illinois on November 5, 1996 and a Democrat from Springfield. He was reelected in 2002 and then in 2008. In the journey of a successful political career, Senator Durbin suddenly Continue reading...

You consider the non-violence approach because you know for sure it is ineffective for insensitive people. Let me ask you, how will the pro-violence approach convince the insensitive people to change their views and support mine? I agree, being peaceful does not usually echo as intensely or as powerful as being violent. But while violence might bring short, momentarily victories, a peaceful resistance, practiced through the satyagraha principles of patiently and diplomatically insisting on presenting the truth as one sees it, increases the chances of long-term victories.
Satyagraha, or the militant non-violent resistance (Hardiman 239) might seem to you, Continue reading...

Intention of the report
The nursing profession always carries with it many incidences, some often planned and some unplanned. More often, these incidences often involve Continue reading...