ABSTRACT
Strengths of courage entail exercising the will to accomplish goals in the face of opposition, either external or internal. Often praised as a cardinal virtue, courage has been held as central to the creation of a viable society. Museums also foster courage, hope, and resilience through object activities that increase confidence and the capacity to try something new or challenging, such as developing a new skill, exploring emotions, or examining difficult past experiences. Believing that one has acted with courage may also increase the chance of future courageous actions, leading to self-confidence and selfless love. A courageous leader moves beyond the deficit-based model of equity, which involves implementing special accommodations to eliminate the deficit. With an equity mindset, the courageous leader's principles are connected to every action and decision. Successful organizations depend more and more on their workers’ capacity to do things that may involve courage, such as persevere on difficult tasks, take initiative, and engage in innovation for change.
