“Fear is a natural reaction to moving closer to the truth.”
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This book shares simple yet deep advice on dealing with tough times. Pema Chödrön talks about staying calm, accepting change, and finding peace even when life feels uncertain. It’s a great read for anyone going through challenges or looking for emotional strength.
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The most common reaction in a fear situation is the attitude of, “I can’t!”
This is the fear of failure that stops us from taking action. It often shuts down the brain and causes us to revert to the “fight-or-flight” reaction.
If you pretend to have no fear of public speaking, you deny yourself the natural energy your body is giving you. Anxiety creates a kind of energy you can use, just as excitement does.
Ian Tyson, a stand-up comedian and motivational speaker, offered this gem of advice:...
Acting or responding to a situation is always better than mindless reaction, which itself leads to further chaos.
Taking action, even if it is a small asserting of control, keeps us moving forward.
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