APAD: Faint heart never won fair lady

Meaning:

   The proverb "Faint heart never won fair lady" is a saying that emphasizes the

   importance of courage, boldness, and determination in pursuing one's desires,

   particularly in matters of love or romance.

   

Background:

   The etymology of this proverb is not attributed to a specific originator but

   has become a widely recognized phrase over time.

 

   The proverb can be applied in various contexts beyond romance, as it

   underscores the general principle that hesitancy, indecision, or a lack of

   boldness are less likely to lead to positive outcomes. It encourages

   individuals to seize opportunities, display courage, and persist in their

   endeavors to achieve their goals.

 

- englishdaily626.com [edited]

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As an old hand, Lao Yang, a colleague at my first job, used to lecture us

fresh-out-of-college go-getters: "Ladies have made through a harsher evolution

and handling you is cakewalk for them. If your goal is a happy lasting marriage,

proverbs like 'faint heart never won fair lady' are but sentimental hog-wash

good for nothing but ego massage. Make no mistake that genetically it is the

female that set the rules of the game and the moment you think you 'win,'

especially if you keep thinking in terms of winning and losing, is when the true

battle begins."