Written for RDP, where Martha asks
us get creative with the word “brave”.

It’s possible to be brave while still feeling somewhat timid and insecure.
Take the Cowardly Lion, for example. He is easily startled, nervous, and constantly worries about danger, often crying or flinching when faced with minor threats.
Despite being a massive lion, he suffers from severe self-doubt and believes his fear makes him unworthy of being the King of the Forest.
But beneath his roaring exterior, he has a kind heart and refuses to hurt others. When his friends are in genuine danger, he overcomes his panic and steps up to protect them.
That’s brave.
NAR©2026
From The Wizard of Oz, the first appearance of the Cowardly Lion (Bert Lahr)
This is “If I Were the Kind of the Forest” from The Wizard of Oz
Everything on The Elephant’s Trunk was created by me, except where otherwise indicated, and may not be used without permission. Thanks for your consideration. NAR©2017-present.
You can’t help but like the Cowardly Lion. As for the Wizard of Oz vids – wonderful!
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Pud ’em up! Pud ’em up!
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Haha! What a fabulous character!
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A favorite of mine since childhoood!
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Thanks for sharing these classic videos, Nancy as it is always fun watching them.
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My great pleasure, Jim. My favorite movie!
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Nobody wants to be brave, but brave is what you do when you have no other choice.
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I love him and one of my all time favourite films 🙌💞
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Same here! I still watch whenever it comes on! 💕
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Well said! He showed so much courage when Dorothy was captured. ❤️
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What a sweet soul he is. Thanks, Lisa. 🥰
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John Wayne said courage was being afraid but saddling up anyway!
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Haha! Perfect! 🤠
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The Cowardly Lion is the first thing I Googled with today’s prompt. I just love him!!
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Really?? That’s too funny! What an adorable character he is!
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