There are so many ways to be brave in this world. Sometimes it involves giving up everything you have ever known, or everyone you have ever loved for the sake of something greater.

We kiss again and this time, it feels familiar. I know exactly how we fit together, his arm around my waist, my hands on his chest, the pressure of his lips on mine. We have each other memorized.

—Veronica Roth in Divergent

Sometimes crying or laughing are the only options left, and laughing feels better right now.

—Veronica Roth in Divergent

I stare at him. I feel my heartbeat everywhere, even in my toes. I feel like doing something bold, but I could just as easily walk away. I am not sure which option is smarter, or better.

—Veronica Roth in Divergent

I am deeply suspicious of people in general. It is my nature to expect the worst of them.

—Veronica Roth in Divergent

I wish I could say I felt guilty for what I did. I don't.

—Veronica Roth in Divergent

We're told that men are strong and brave, but I think women know how to endure, accept defeat, and bear physical and mental agony much better than men.

—Lisa See in Shanghai Girls

Being brave was easy when you would rather die than give up.

—Lev Grossman in The Magicians

He who is brave is free.

—Lucius Annaeus Seneca

Be brave. Take risks. Nothing can substitute experience.

—Paulo Coelho