by CR (110)
During the adult years when the cells of the organism reach their maximum vitality and the spirit retains the precious treasure represented by the lessons learned in adolescence and youth, the individual needs to count on this wealth of acquired knowledge, in order not to be influenced by the errors and vices that predominate in the environment.
Courageous attitudes, above all, fearless when necessary, bold if the moment demands it, but always serene and calm, thoughtful and fair, firm and straight, are the chief characteristics of this remarkable attribute, called courage.
Every individual who lives under the precepts of honour and duty, who moulds his habits and customs, according to the crystalline principles of Christian morality, and stands under the dynamic stimulus of the vibrations of good, is permanently encircled by an armour which the thrusts of evil cannot penetrate.
This armour, although invisible, retains all its rigidity as long as the individual remains vigilant. Carelessness may cause a lot of harm, but the strong, supported by enlightenment, make sure they don't get careless. The purpose of Christian Rationalism is precisely to guide and enlighten the strong so that they will remain on the alert, and the weak in order for them to become strong.
The courage of an individual starts where self-control begins. The essential quality, necessary for the development of courage, is to know how to control one's nerves and thoughts, to subdue reprehensible impulses and inclinations, so that reasoning can point to the best solutions.
The individual who is in a position of leadership must first learn how to lead himself and to set examples of serenity, courage, honor, and worth. He must control himself in the presence of life's emotional situations, so as not to get out of hand or cause harm to his subordinates
References
[1] Christian Rationalism, 1st Edition, Rio de Janeiro 1984
[2] Compilation, paraphrasing, translation from original texts in Portuguese
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