Courage is Contagious Softstyle T-Shirt – A Shirt for the Times

Courage Is Contagious T-Shirt

A Shirt for the Times

Fear can spread quickly. So can intimidation, hatred, and silence. But here’s something worth remembering: COURAGE IS CONTAGIOUS, TOO!

When one person finds the courage to stand up for what is right, it can inspire others to do the same. One voice can become two, two can become ten, and before long, people who thought they were standing alone discover that they’re not alone at all.

That’s the power of contagious courage. Speak up. Stand up for others. Resist intimidation. Don’t let fear dictate your actions.

Inspired by the powerful message of the poem First They Came, this shirt reminds us why speaking up matters. We know how the poem ends. Its lesson is that we cannot wait until injustice reaches our own doorstep before finding our voices. We need the courage to speak out when others are targeted, to stand alongside those who are mistreated, and to defend the dignity of people who cannot defend themselves.

Intimidation only succeeds when fear keeps people silent. Courage begins when someone decides not to be silent.

So be Patient #1! Speak up for what you believe is right. Stand with the vulnerable. Uplift the downtrodden. And remember that your willingness to act may give someone else the courage to join you.

A Contagious Message with a Sense of Humor

This clever design wraps five playful phrases around a central spiral, using the language of germs and viruses to spread something much more powerful:

• Spread it around
• Breathe it in
• Catch it if you can
• Make it go viral
• Patient #1

It’s a fun design with a serious message: courage grows when people see others practicing it.

Wear it as a reminder to yourself, a conversation starter, or a way to encourage others to stand up for what is right.

Don’t wait for someone else to be brave. Be Patient #1. Courage is contagious!

This design is also available as a Button. 

Please Note About Product Images

We do our best to make our model photos accurately reflect each shirt’s color, style, and design placement. However, the mock-up images don’t always capture every detail perfectly. For the best guide to the actual shirt style, color, and design size and placement, please refer to the flat product images.

Keep in mind, too, that computer monitors and phone screens can display colors differently. As a result, the actual garment color may vary slightly from what you see on your screen. Thank you for allowing for these differences when placing your order.

Ordering Information

We print each shirt especially for you after you place your order. For this reason, it is not returnable unless it arrives defective. Please consult the size chart carefully before ordering to help ensure a good fit.

Also, please note: Because the shirt ships separately, ordering it along with other products will result in two shipping charges. In addition, the shirt may arrive several days after your other items.

The unisex soft-style t-shirt puts a new spin on casual comfort. Made from very soft materials, this tee is 100% cotton for solid colors. Heather colors and sports grey include polyester. The shoulders have twill tape for improved durability. There are no side seams. The collar is made with ribbed knitting to prevent curling damage.

.: Made with 100% ring-spun cotton, a lightweight fabric (4.5 oz/yd² (153 g/m²)), this unisex t-shirt feels like a bliss to wear all year round.
.: The classic fit with the crew neckline deliver a clean, versatile style that can match any occasion, whether it’s formal or semi-formal.
.: All shirts feature a pearlized, tear-away label for total wearing comfort.
.: Made using ethically grown and harvested US cotton. Gildan is also a proud member of the US Cotton Trust Protocol ensuring ethical and sustainable means of production. This blank tee is certified by Oeko-Tex for safety and quality assurance.