Fear has caused us all plenty of suffering in our lives. We all know the terrible pain of being afraid. We have all tried to find ways to deal with our fears. Some things have helped. Many things have not. Fear is a hard thing to crack.
Very interesting article Dr. Hall. It will take another reading to digest even though it seems a very straightforward life strategy. I am not aware of being afraid of anything and that suggests at least the possibility that I'm hiding from something and don't even know it.
While I'm thinking, I'll wish you a very happy and blessed New Year.
I've always believed fear is perhaps the most powerful human emotion, probably more powerful than love or hate. But I've never thought of it in terms of good and bad fear. But after reading this, it makes perfect sense. Thanks for the insight, Dr. Hall.
I’m 82 and just lost my beloved husband of 60 years. I have no family, but do have good friends. My health is good, but I’ve never been alone since leaving my parent’s house, and I am afraid of being alone. I’m afraid for what will happen when I can no longer take care of myself. Now that I know what nursing homes are like, what the future is looking like for our country, I’m terrified.
Very interesting article Dr. Hall. It will take another reading to digest even though it seems a very straightforward life strategy. I am not aware of being afraid of anything and that suggests at least the possibility that I'm hiding from something and don't even know it.
While I'm thinking, I'll wish you a very happy and blessed New Year.
Dave, your thinking is always a delight!
In your own writing, and here.
I am glad you are not beset with fears.
But it never hurts for us to take a looksy
to make sure fear is not limiting us
in some area of our potential growth.
Thank you for your wonderful wishes
for my New Year.
I am already blessed and thankful
to have insightful readers of my letters
to keep me growing even when I'm scared
---such as when November approaches.
I wish you a joyful and blessed New Year
full of building freedom.
Wow. Great perspective here. I'm looking forward to reading more of this!
Thank you very much, Paul.
My psychoanalytic perspective
was developed on both sides of the couch:)
I am so glad you are interested
in reading more of my ideas.
I look forward to hearing yours.
Have a great New Year!
And a great New Year to you, too!
I've always believed fear is perhaps the most powerful human emotion, probably more powerful than love or hate. But I've never thought of it in terms of good and bad fear. But after reading this, it makes perfect sense. Thanks for the insight, Dr. Hall.
Jim, it gives me joy to hear
that I have offered an insight
that makes sense to a fellow seeker!
My goal here at Solutions
is for us to learn from each other,
and combine our best thoughts
so we can shine light on how to build freedom--
psychological, political and spiritual.
Thank you for being here!
I have never asked myself
what the most powerful human emotion is.
But now that you offer your view that it is likely fear,
yes, I see it. I think so, too.
Terror is the first emotion of the infant,
sparking rage/hate.
Love develops once these are semi-digested.
I’m 82 and just lost my beloved husband of 60 years. I have no family, but do have good friends. My health is good, but I’ve never been alone since leaving my parent’s house, and I am afraid of being alone. I’m afraid for what will happen when I can no longer take care of myself. Now that I know what nursing homes are like, what the future is looking like for our country, I’m terrified.
I am glad you are here, Joanne.
I am so sorry you no longer have your beloved husband.
How you must miss him at Christmas!
Thank you for sharing your grief and your fears.
We hear you and we're with you.
I hope over time you will feel less alone,
and that you will find a new path that brings you joy.
Thank you so much for your kind support and encouraging words.