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It is a wise man who knows where courage ends and stupidity begins
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"It is a wise man who knows where courage ends and stupidity begins"

- Jerome Cady

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This quote by Jerome Cady talks to the significance of wisdom in making decisions. It recommends that it is smart to understand when to fix a limit in between courage and stupidity. Guts is typically viewed as a favorable characteristic, but it can be taken too far and become careless and foolish. On the other hand, being too cautious can lead to missed chances. The quote encourages us to find a balance between the two, and to use our wisdom to make choices that are neither too strong nor too timid. It is essential to be brave and take risks, but it is also important to be knowledgeable about the prospective repercussions of our actions. By understanding where nerve ends and stupidity starts, we can make choices that are both sensible and brave.

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