have the courage of convictions

have the courage of your convictions

to have the confidence to do or say what you think is right even when other people disagree. Have the courage of your convictions - don't go out to work if you feel your children need you at home.

See also: courage

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have the courage of your/its convictions

to do or say what you think is right no matter who disagrees with you. He has the courage of his convictions to do what is right even when other disagree. “What is needed is a political party with the courage of its convictions,” Chad said.

stand up and be counted

See also: courage