Fear has the power to paralyze us. Some aspects of life can be truly frightening. I don’t recall being as scared during my childhood as I am now as an adult. Why is that? I was fortunate to have had a good childhood, raised by loving parents and my grandmother. While my parents worked tirelessly to provide for us, my grandmother took care of my sister and me. My childhood wasn't flawless, but it was good. I cherished what I had and didn't harbor strong fears about anything. There was this one program about aliens that kept me up for a few days, but I eventually got over it.
As an adult, seemingly insignificant things can be terrifying. Relationships are scary, and meeting or trying to make new friends prompts fear. I desire people to like me, but I know that not everyone will. It's depressing when they don’t, but it’s a reality. No one is perfect, and neither are we.
My greatest fear is failing in my business endeavors. But even more daunting is the fear of being too scared to take steps forward, ultimately leading to regret. The last thing I want is to die with a life filled with 'what ifs' and regrets. I acknowledge this fear, and while it overshadows others, why do I feel immobilized to progress? How can I muster the same belief in myself as a child has in Santa Claus? Sometimes, adults need to view life through a child’s eyes and believe in magic. I need that magic now, and I need to summon my courage and be brave. I need to move forward to a better future for me.
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