Leadership is also demonstrated in how you achieve personal growth and perform memorable actions. Ms. Dubose is a great example of this aspect of leadership. Lee said: “'Mrs. Dubose was a morphine addict. His addiction started as a weakness and became something he struggled with until his death. He fought bravely for his health, even though very few knew of his struggles.” An actress around the same time as this novel, Gene Tierney, said, "I admire anyone who frees themselves from an addiction." Many people realize that addiction is not something easy to overcome. Mrs. Dubose faces her difficulties and tries to maintain a normal appearance. This shows that leadership is more about your actions and not just the words you say. Atticus said, “She died in debt to nothing and no one. He was the bravest person I've ever met.'” Mrs. Dubose's fearless heart kept her going until it stopped