Fear

1a : an unpleasant often strong emotion caused by anticipation or awareness of danger. b(1) : an instance of this emotion.

2: a state marked by this emotion. 2 : anxious concern : solicitude.

3 : profound reverence and awe especially toward God.

If I had to define my relationship with fear, it would be defined as It”s Complicated. When we first met, the encounter had me feeling frightful. But I discovered fear had more dimensions, as I read scriptures, I saw it meant awe and respect. That made sense to me, because I didn’t want to be afraid of God.

Fear has been with me through some of my courageous moments. I realized that courage didn’t mean that fear wasn’t present, but It didn’t stop me from going through in spite of the fear. The fear of health issues becomes a catalyst to healthier eating and lifestyle. Fear can be a catalyst to encourage us to change. It can motivate but …

Fear can be a powerful motivator, but a terrible master.
Rev Dr Gina Stewart

Fear may pop up in the car as a backseat driver, but can’t be in the real driver’s seat, if I want to be a survivor. Fear is not helpful, when it paralyzes me from taking action. Fear is not helpful when my overthinking becomes a distraction. Fear can’t be in control when it is tied to perfection. If we wait until the perfect moment, you don’t move in any direction.

Fear can be a powerful motivator and catalyst to change, but it can’t be the master and a life ruled by fear will be a disaster.

My relationship with fear is still complicated, but I am continuing to see all the dimensions. Fear will always be around but can’t be in the driver seat. Different spaces and faces of fear.

Sheila P Spencer

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The Faces Of Fear

Fear

1a : an unpleasant often strong emotion caused by anticipation or awareness of danger. b(1) : an instance of this emotion.

2: a state marked by this emotion. 2 : anxious concern : solicitude.

3 : profound reverence and awe especially toward God.

Fear can be a powerful motivator, but a terrible master.

Rev Dr Gina Stewart

Fear can be a powerful motivator and catalyst to change, but it can’t be the master and a life ruled by fear will be a disaster.

My relationship with fear is still complicated, but I am continuing to see all the dimensions. Fear will always be around but can’t be in the driver seat. Different spaces and faces of fear.

Sheila P Spencer

Each day is its own journey ….

“ … may we, too, speak affirmations that align us with our purpose and ignite the fire within us to make meaningful contributions to the world.”

My relationship with hope is still in tact. Despite the occasional “it’s complicated,” we remain connected. It’s the audacity of hope that keeps us going.

“Gratitude is not always about waiting for resolution. Sometimes, gratitude is found in the people and the moments that hold space for you, in the midst and allow you to just be …. similar to the process of brewing tea, just waiting”

“Why does someone always have to be the strong friend? The label can feel heavy if it’s the only crown we’re allowed to wear. What if the role of the strong friend shifted within the group and became something we all shared?”

Fear

1a : an unpleasant often strong emotion caused by anticipation or awareness of danger. b(1) : an instance of this emotion.

2: a state marked by this emotion. 2 : anxious concern : solicitude.

3 : profound reverence and awe especially toward God.

Fear can be a powerful motivator, but a terrible master.

Rev Dr Gina Stewart

Fear can be a powerful motivator and catalyst to change, but it can’t be the master and a life ruled by fear will be a disaster.

My relationship with fear is still complicated, but I am continuing to see all the dimensions. Fear will always be around but can’t be in the driver seat. Different spaces and faces of fear.

Sheila P Spencer

Each day is its own journey ….

“ … may we, too, speak affirmations that align us with our purpose and ignite the fire within us to make meaningful contributions to the world.”

My relationship with hope is still in tact. Despite the occasional “it’s complicated,” we remain connected. It’s the audacity of hope that keeps us going.

“Gratitude is not always about waiting for resolution. Sometimes, gratitude is found in the people and the moments that hold space for you, in the midst and allow you to just be …. similar to the process of brewing tea, just waiting”

“Why does someone always have to be the strong friend? The label can feel heavy if it’s the only crown we’re allowed to wear. What if the role of the strong friend shifted within the group and became something we all shared?”

Sheila Spencer