FEAR = Fantasy Events Appearing Real
I heard years ago that over 90% of the things we fear never happen! That's sounds to me like fear is basically a useless emotion that consumes a lot of our time. When afraid, we have three choices: be brave, be a fool or be a coward - that is (a) proceed to do what needs to be done, (b) deny that anything is dangerous or (c) be scared of everything. As a believer, I have always found this prayer very wise advice.
Do not look forward in fear,
rather look forward with full hope.
God, whose very own you are,
will lead you safely through all things,
and when you cannot stand it any longer,
He will carry you in His arms.
Do not fear what might happen tomorrow;
the same good God who cares for you today
will take care of you then and every day of your life.
He will either shield you from suffering
or will give you unfailing strength to bear it.
Be at peace and put aside
all anxious thoughts and imaginations.
St. Francis de Sales
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