Denotative Essay
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Nick Mazzola
English 162
Mr. Z
1 March 2014 The Act of Being Brave Have you ever had to look fear in the eyes, thought your life was in danger, or even just felt so scared that tears began to appear? What would you do? How would you react? For those of you that do not know what bravery is, according to the Webster dictionary, bravery is a mixture of courage, valor, and magnificence. Bravery to some, however, is an instinct. It occurs when someone displays courage when they are faced with obstacles that look too big to climb even when fear is standing in their way. People will also do all that is necessary in order to overcome their fear and reach their individual promised land.
Several people hold a common misconception about bravery. They believe that bravery is not having fear. Being brave and being fearless are two completely different things. The act of being brave does not have to be reached by doing insane activities that no one else would ever dare to try. Many people skydive, bungee jump, begin a new relationship or just do something completely insane and dangerous. People do these things, not because they are unafraid but because they are willing to overcome this fear. Perhaps in certain situations, some are willing to do anything despite the butterflies in their stomachs and the thought of risking it all. To some,
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this is an unfamiliar concept that controls and can hold themselves back from trying new things.
However, others understand that bravery is the act of overcoming obstacles in a stressful or dangerous time. Overcoming obstacles and showing bravery while doing it means that when a dangerous situation is placed in front of an individual, they do not quit or just sit down
Nick Mazzola
English 162
Mr. Z
1 March 2014 The Act of Being Brave Have you ever had to look fear in the eyes, thought your life was in danger, or even just felt so scared that tears began to appear? What would you do? How would you react? For those of you that do not know what bravery is, according to the Webster dictionary, bravery is a mixture of courage, valor, and magnificence. Bravery to some, however, is an instinct. It occurs when someone displays courage when they are faced with obstacles that look too big to climb even when fear is standing in their way. People will also do all that is necessary in order to overcome their fear and reach their individual promised land.
Several people hold a common misconception about bravery. They believe that bravery is not having fear. Being brave and being fearless are two completely different things. The act of being brave does not have to be reached by doing insane activities that no one else would ever dare to try. Many people skydive, bungee jump, begin a new relationship or just do something completely insane and dangerous. People do these things, not because they are unafraid but because they are willing to overcome this fear. Perhaps in certain situations, some are willing to do anything despite the butterflies in their stomachs and the thought of risking it all. To some,
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this is an unfamiliar concept that controls and can hold themselves back from trying new things.
However, others understand that bravery is the act of overcoming obstacles in a stressful or dangerous time. Overcoming obstacles and showing bravery while doing it means that when a dangerous situation is placed in front of an individual, they do not quit or just sit down