Courage

Protect yourself from fear

Protect yourself from fear
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  • We all have a limit past which we feel frightened or lose control. During those times, explore the reason and origin of fear. Is it because of your past experiences? Is it biological?

  • There’s an inner fortress inside us that protects who we are from anything attacking us from the outside. It’s strong enough unless we let fear, anger, or the opinions of others penetrate it.

  • Life needs to be understood and not to be feared. So, now is the time to understand more, worry less, and protect yourself from people who sometimes want a piece of you for no good reason.

  • Understand that extreme fear can neither fight nor flight. So, feel confident in your ability to protect yourself, ask for help if you need it, and take action despite your fear.

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Written by Garv Chawla · Stoic of the Day
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