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== Etymology and derivation ==
<p style="text-align:justify;">The word dhairya is derived from Sanskrit root 'dheera' and suffix 'vyayn'. It means stable and progressive mind. [Shabdakalpadruma] Dhairya is defined as the trait of courage. This courage could be understood in terms of a grounded mind, which constantly excels even in times of hardship. Acharya Sushruta describes this phenomenon as 'Shaurya' [Su. Sa. Sutra Sthana 15/5]</p>
== Definition and interpretation ==
<p style="text-align:justify;">The word dhairya has been defined from various perspectives across samhitas and dictionaries as follows:
* Dhirta [Shabdakalpadruma & Su. Sa. Chikitsa Sthana 24/77]
* Steadiness/ firmness [Yates]
* Calmness/ patience/ courage [Monnier Williams]
* State of calm mind ('anunnatishchetasaha') [Cha. Sa. Sutra Sthana 1/58].
* State of mind wherein it doesn't fall into any inferior thinking pattern about self (dainyabhava) when faced with adverse circumstances in life. [Chakrapani on Cha. Sa. Vimana Sthana 4/8].
* Shaurya (bravery) [Su.Sa. Sutra Sthana 15/5]
* Dukhsahatvam (tolerance to adverse conditions) [A. H. Sutra Sthana. 1/26]
* A natural bent of mind which is free from rashness and boasting [Natya Shastra]
* Supreme courage [Shivapuraṇa 2.3.13] : The dialogue between Lord Shiva and Devi Parvati signifies Lord Shiva to be the divine manifestation of dhairya i.e., supreme courage
* As per Hathayoga, dhairya refers to constancy. It is one of the achievements of Hathayoga.
A person carrying this trait of dhairya is unbothered about the outcome, whether winning or losing.<ref name="ref1">V.Aswathy et al: A Descriptive study to develop a tool for assessment of Satva Saara; IJAAR Vol III, Issue VII, Mar-April 2018, Pg. 1117-1128 </ref> It provides the clear-headedness needed to make the most effective decision, one of the most desirable qualities of successful leadership. The various dimensions of dhairya can thus be applied in a variety of different contexts and practices. </p>