<p><strong>1. I love that my courage allows me to spread my wings and be all I can be. </strong>I am driven by an internal courage-fueled energy field that magnifies my spirit&#8217;s fulfillment. My courage is my antitoxin that I apply to setbacks, hurts or duties. How did I start this process? I gave myself permission to express my individuality! 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