Fear is Frightening Because it Hurts
The Surprising Benefits of Facing Fear
"Always do what you are afraid to do."
— Ralph Waldo Emerson
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Not only is fear frightening, it hurts. Various degrees of fear accompany all of our problems, as well as physical pain, and emotional sadness and anger. Yet, in a deeper sense, fear and anxiety signal unawareness, confusion, and ignorance — whether dangerous or not. So if all fear is "fear of the unknown," the antidote must be knowledge and understanding.
Problems are supported by our failure to understand their solutions — or which solution is best. Further, fear and ignorance are two sides of a vicious cycle. In other words, fear is both a cause and an effect of our problems and confusion about what to do, as well as what we're capable of.
Peace-of-mind and understanding are also cyclic, promoting a beneficial upward spiral. The transition from the vicious cycle of fear and ignorance to the upward spiral of equanimity and understanding requires safe, relaxed feelings, and an acceptance of personal responsibility. Blaming others will drop you back into the downward cycle of fear and confusion.
Years ago, while mindfully sitting, a voice in my head spoke with clarity and wisdom, declaring, "The best parts of you are hidden where you're most afraid to look." Ever since, I've purposefully explored my fear, anxiety, and stress in intuitive, meditative states to understand and alleviate emotional heartache and every other problem born of what I do not understand. The self-awareness promoted by facing my fear, I now call, "Fearless Intelligence." _________________________________________
Our new podcast website is up and running. Check it out at TheAgelessWisdom.com. Also, as a result of many requests over the years, I've begun to edit together "Best of" audio clips from some of my old radio shows. So keep an ear to the ground for that podcast.
Our current podcast features psychologist, Dr. Nita Vallens, interviewing me on KPFK-FM in Los Angeles about my "Fearless Intelligence" book. And remember — fearlessness is peace and love,
— Michael
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