The Fox and the Lion

A fox living in a jungle saw a lion for the first time. The long mane, frightening body, deafening roar, and majestic demeanor terrified the fox, which fainted on the spot. 

The next day the fox saw the same lion; he was still scared but summoned some courage and tried to conceal his fear. Then it quickly bounded away. 

On the third day, the situation completely changed. The fox went straight to the lion. "May there be victory, Your Majesty," he said. "Is everything alright?" 

It began talking to the lion as if it were an acquaintance and was no longer afraid of it. After seeing the lion two days in a row, it had familiarized itself with the mighty beast.

Familiarity brings courage.