With most men courage is largely an acquired habit, and on the first occasions when it is called for it necessitates the exercise of will-power and self-control; but by exercise it gradually becomes almost automatic.
This quote explains that courage is primarily a learned behavior, initially requiring conscious effort but eventually becoming an ingrained, automatic response through practice.
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