Fear

There is nothing to fear but fear itself - Franklin D Roosevelt

Oftentimes the fear of the unknown cripples me. A dark gnawing shadow grips my very heart and paralyzes my brain. I become helpless and freeze. Such is the power of fear.

At such times, I draw inspiration from stories of other peoples' overcoming great obstacles. I remind myself that life is a series of arbitrary events that even out in the end. I reassure myself that I can take the rough with the smooth.

I read this statement again. I am no longer afraid.