Fear is an emotion, but courage is a decision. We can choose to be brave. Instead of seeing courage as the absence of fear, we can embrace courage as the ability to manage our fears. Although courage and fear are often intertwined, by focusing on courage instead of fear, we can make headway. Development of courage comes through looking at what we have control over, surveying alternatives and options, and making decisions based on what’s possible. Practicing courage builds confidence and rounds us out.