Feelings are not reasons

What is your biggest fear today?

Do you feel like you are falling. 

Or how about retreating from a loud noise.

If your thoughts are being fed by these types of fears (and your not actually falling or standing next to a cannon), pay attention to how your mind and ego create untruths. Seeking validation that what you feel is right/true is our ego’s attempt at self-preservation.

Did you know that we are born with only two fears?

Fear of falling and the fear of loud noises

All other fears are learned! And if you're like me, fear and uncertainty are easy traps to fall into when we allow our thoughts to fester and grow.

Sometimes, fear is a useful tool. It is a sign that we need to learn more and gain a deeper understanding of why we are feeling fearful.

Using fear as a signal can only be recognized when we slow down our condition response and problem-solve.

An intentional slow down offers another perspective on fear. One where the fear doesn’t feel so all-consuming. And this is where we can introduce gratitude and intention.

Take the opportunity to welcome your fears. Embrace them with a big heart and watch how the anxiety dissipates.

Unless it’s a life-or-death situation, Feelings are not reasons. They are just a thought-based, learned condition. Knowing that we learned most of our fears is essential. This means we can learn again and replace our fearful thoughts with new ones