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It has been said that courage is the most admired of the virtues, that cowardice is despised and that bravery is esteemed (Comte‐Sponville 2002). Courage represents an essential nursing vision of the 6Cs developed by Cummings & Bennet (2012). Subsequently, in the Leading Change, Adding Value framework, Cummings (2016) states, ‘we know that compassionate care delivered with courage, commitment and skill is our highest priority’. Nursing associates are accountable for their actions and have a duty of care to their patients. Nurses must be courageous and do what they think is right and must be bold enough to confront the fear of difficulties. They often must stand by what they believe, even if others do not like it. Peate (2015) advises that healthcare and social care staff should be courageous and:

 Do the right thing

 When things are wrong, speak up and question

 Be influential: when cynics are around, face up to them

 Be open to those who may challenge you

 Be brave and make things happen, be innovative

 Lead by example

 Do not give up

(Peate 2015, p. 218)