firm-ness

assurance boldness bravery conviction courage decision dedication energy fortitude grit persistence resolve self-confidence steadfastness tenacity valor willpower

backbone certainty certitude constancy dauntlessness doggedness dogmatism drive fearlessness follow-through guts hardihood heart independence indomitability intrepidity nerve obstinacy pluck purpose purposefulness resoluteness resolution single-mindedness spine spunk stubbornness

stiff upper lip

cowardice diffidence fear idleness indecision indifference timidity wavering weakness

irresolution

beginning disinterest doubt hesitation spinelessness start vacillation