Courage

Courage: the ability to do something that frightens one.  You are able to do something that you usually wouldn't do, something that you're afraid of.
synonyms:

• bravery 
• nerve
• daring
• valor
• boldness
• heroism 

Examples of Courage:

• engaging in a new activity 
• signing up for a class or program that intimidates you 
• trying a food you've never tried before
• doing something by yourself for the first time
• standing up for yourself
• helping out a person or animal in need
• standing up against racism 
• standing for someone who is picked on 
• Doing something that might be risky like sky-diving for the first time