Which term is defined as the power and determination to follow what one believes to be right, regardless of cost to oneself?

• A. Courage
• B. Moral Courage
• C. Hardiness of Spirit
• D. Progressive Professionalism

Answer: (B)

Moral Courage means having the power and determination to follow what you believe is right, even when it costs you personally. This goes beyond simply facing danger; it’s about acting on ethical beliefs and doing what’s right for others or for the greater good, even if there’s risk, embarrassment, or backlash. In practice, that could be standing up for a teammate, reporting an unsafe practice, or owning up to a mistake because honesty and safety matter more than personal convenience. Courage, by itself, can describe bravery in danger but doesn’t necessarily involve acting on a moral obligation. Hardiness of spirit focuses on resilience and perseverance through tough times, not the deliberate choice to do what’s right despite costs. Progressive professionalism is about ongoing growth in professional behavior, not the ethical action taken in a difficult moment.