The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants Courage Quotes

How we cite our quotes: (Chapter.Paragraph)

Quote #4

Girls who wouldn't take risks both loved and hated girls who did. (18.26)

Bridget's camp mates can't wait to hear about her night with Eric. But you know how teenage girls can be—there is a fine line between admiration and jealousy. Bridget needs support after her encounter with Eric, and knows these girls aren't like the Sisterhood, so she lies and tells them nothing happened. She'll wait for her real friends.

Quote #5

"You can so. I brought you the Pants." (21.70)

In the Pants, anything is possible, which can be both inspiring and frustrating at the same time. Tibby doesn't think she can face Bailey in the hospital, but when Carmen pulls out the Pants, she believes they give her courage. Pants shmants, we say—Tibby doesn't need the Pants for strength, since she has it within herself. 

Quote #6

"Surprise yourself." (20.74)

This seems to be Bailey and Tibby's motto—be open instead of closed. Tibby's cynicism has put her into a slump, and she's put up a wall that prevents her from enjoying life. Bailey (and Jay Leno) remind her to live a little. Phew—thanks, guys.