Contrary to popular belief, bravery is not the absence of fear.

It's the audacious leap of faith taken in a moment despite fear.

Alternatively, it's rising to an unexpected challenge with little or no warning, a situation that demands immediate action and tests our true bravery.

The difference between courage and bravery is that courage can happen over time—we've all heard the phrase 'build up your courage'.

Our private thoughts about doing something we fear often involve courage.

Bravery, in contrast, is a quality that surfaces in the aftermath of an incident that demands immediate action.

It's a spontaneous response, often without prior notice or time for contemplation.

Sometimes, it takes courage to be brave and take action.

Basically, character qualities are all entwined in each other and are often the qualities that attract one person to another.

Another point is, we all have courage; we're all brave and show it differently.

Public speaking is a courageous step for some people, while for others, it's not.

We all look different, and we're all different inside.

No two souls are the same. You are unique, just like everyone else on this planet.

Do you know your child's fears? Do they have any? Children often seem fearless - until society makes an impact.

Before it's an issue, talk to your child about their strengths and insecurities.

Let them know we all have both, that life is for learning, and that regardless of age, we're all constantly overcoming things we aren't sure of.

Until we become sure of what we do and don't want in our lives and until we feel sure within ourselves.

There is no magic age at which this happens; sometimes, it never happens, but the more we stretch ourselves a little, the closer we get.

For a young child who has started pre-school or school, it could be either standing up for themselves and firmly telling someone, 'Do not speak to me like that'—or telling a classmate not to say or do something cruel to another classmate if they see negative behaviour in action.

We build our character through tiny steps - the term 'character building' is often used.

Being a parent is a brave move—you begin a journey without knowing what comes next.

Getting pregnant, being pregnant, having a healthy baby, and getting through each day can be a brave move for some.

Next, it's raising your child to be kind and confident and helping them grow up to influence the world positively.

It's a challenging job, but it is a necessary one.

Take the time to recognise the moments when you've been brave. Or courageous.

Let your child know that we're all human and grow internally.

When we're walking our life journey, it's helpful to know that although our journey, like our personality, is unique, we're never alone.