Fear is as familiar as our image in a mirror. Although we have resolved many of the fears that bound us to old behavior, our original fears may have been replaced by new ones. Why are there so many things to be afraid of? New friends, old relationships, careers, family history, tomorrow...
Acknowledging our fear is the first step to getting free of its control. Naming the fear puts us in charge. Remembering that we have a loving Higher Power who won't abandon us, even in the midst of our deepest fear, can help us get through too. But loving our small, scared selves will be the most nurturing of all. Mothering ourselves, in the way we may have longed for mothering in our youth, will carry us through the most difficult times.
Fears are part of living. They are neither bad nor good; instead, they can teach us. They can help us learn to love more of ourselves.
3 comments:
Knowing what your fears are is so important. And using our Higher Power so very important. I relearn this almost every day. But at least now I can recognize that I am afraid and figure out what and why and then give it to HP
Right on, fears are but opportunities to learn and grow. I am able to see that after the fact but while in the midst of it.....
Bill
"Fears are part of living. They are neither bad nor good; instead, they can teach us. They can help us learn to love more of ourselves."
Oh, I LOVE that, Mel! And it's so true. Fear has been my greatest teacher in this life.
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