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How Not to Feed into Fear so that We Won’t Miss Out on True Nourishment for the Soul – Step 1

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“… understanding fear; that means, watch it, learn about it, come directly into contact with it. We are to learn about fear, not how to escape from it.”  – Jiddu Krishnamurti (1895 – 1986) Indian spiritual author on our fears

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What fears have you faced, lately, and how did powerlessness factor into the situation?

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Not Afraid -Eminem (4:19) 

Krishnamurti – Looking at Fear LP (1:10:05)

Deep Meditation to Release Fears of the Unknown (8:42)

Timidity

Rabbits are among the most timid of animals.

The rabbits of a colony once had a meeting to discuss this trait of theirs.

They came to the conclusion that as their fearness would never leave them, they were doomed to a miserable existence and it would be better to drown themselves and end their misery once and for all.

Accordingly, they began to move towards a large lake.

When the frogs in the lake saw the large number of rabbits approaching, they were filled with fear and made for the deepest part of the lake.

Seeing this, the leader of the rabbits stopped and said to his fellow-creatures: “It is true we are timid, but here are animals more timid than ourselves. There is hope for us yet. Let us go back to our homes.”

And that is what they did.

Moral: Just as we are afraid of others, others are afraid of us.   (http://www.english-for-students.com/Timidity.html)

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5 responses to “How Not to Feed into Fear so that We Won’t Miss Out on True Nourishment for the Soul – Step 1”

  1. Elexi Wokzichlua Saaiti Arbuckle Avatar

    I don’t have fears or get much scared, but can get startled, and worry intensely that can be relatable to a degree. To handle my worry, and anxieties I meditate, and stay busy when need be. This prepares me to handle such job titles in law like a cop, investigator, or security guard that have been some goals in work for me. Things not going well can put some of us in a fear possibly or a lot of stress, and that’s when relaxation, and comfort are very key.

  2. Sabrina J Avatar
    Sabrina J

    Currently, I face almost daily fears over my finances and more recently, genuine concern over the US Administrations willingness to consider sending citizens and noncitizens alike to out of country prisons without due process. Multiple aspects of both are out of my control. What I can control is my reaction to them and to ensure that the actions I can affect and in accomplished. It is a small relief in realizing that I have some control. When up against the angst over that which I cannot, the serenity prayer is what keeps me grounded.

  3. Br. Buddha Avatar
    Br. Buddha

    Good morning everyone + welcome to a brand new day. Here is today’s thought. Welcome all who you meet. God may have out the impulse in someone who needs help to come to you. There is so much power + healing in this union. Make all who meet you feel that you really care. Blessings. BB

    1. Br. Buddha Avatar
      Br. Buddha

      Whoops, that’s put the impulse.

  4. Adam Avatar
    Adam

    Becoming sober, fearing that I wouldn’t be able to do it, and suddenly feeling like the floor is shifting under my feet and that somehow I’m no longer in control. I feel powerless when I’m not feeling grounded. But I can only do the things that I know to be right, continue to work the program, don’t drink, and have faith that it will all work out. I’m also fearful that in working the program I will let other things in my life go that are important to me. These include eating right, exercise, and certain friendships that I really value.

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