Category: Fear
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The Secret Life of Understanding…
Words of Inspiration Nothing in life is to be feared, it is only to be understood. Now is the time to understand more, so that we may fear less. Marie Curie Philosophical Tidings Nothing in life is to be feared, not even fear itself. When we are scared, we enter the fight or flight mode,…
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To Be Present
Inspiration for the Soul… A Philosopher’s Stone The source of anxiety occurs when we assume a future perspective. The source of depression happens to us when we focus too far on the past. Either way, we miss the moment and trip over ourselves. Hopefully, we do not make a mistake to assume that just because…
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Courage to Fly
Inspirational Quote A Philosopher’s Corner Analysis Paralysis. Ever have it? It is real. For us bloggers, we may view it as writer’s block. But whatever form it takes, the underlying emotion of anxiety can cause even the strongest-hearted to freeze over in perpetual “what ifs.” But why is this the case? Anxiety is a natural…
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Courage to Take Action
Inspirational Quote A Philosopher’s Corner The natural state of fear encloses. It creates a tension of sorts that makes us want to go within, tighten up, and leave the situation, creating the state of anxiety felt—fear cues for the flight or freeze response. However, if you have ever watched a horror movie, we all know…
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Three Ways to Nurture Emotional Intelligence: A Means for Greater Wellness
Inspirational Quote We are the sum of our experiences. Therefore, as we learn to navigate life, we run into various emotions and reactions to people and events. The goal for emotional intelligence is to learn how to identify, understand, manage, and express your feelings in a way that leads to greater clarity; this nurtures more…
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Face Your Fears: Living a Purpose Driven Life
Ever wonder about your life’s purpose? Have you ever felt as if your fears got in the way of pursuing your aspirations, dreams, or goals? One of the most common excuses people give for not following their purpose is that they lack courage. Fear simply holds them back. The irony is, courage can’t exist without…
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Ten Ways to Conquer Your Fears and Succeed in Life
Inspirational Quote Are you a dreamer? Do you dream of a better life for yourself or your family? If so, then this blog post is right up your alley. Take a look at these ten ways that will help conquer your fears and succeed in anything! It will give you the tools to take back…
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Friendship, Parenting, and Personal Development: Exploring the Myth of Psychological Ascent
Inspirational Quote We cannot always build the future for our youth, but we can build our youth for the future. Franklin D. Roosevelt A Depth Psychology Perspective Being a father of two wonderful boys, I am often reminded of this most simple, yet complex question. What is my job as a Father? Harmon Killebrew ,…
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Sometimes a Little Bravery Is All That We Need
Inspirational Quote You are braver than you believe, smarter than you seem, and stronger than you think. Winnie-the-Pooh (A. A. Milne) AUTHOR A Father’s Guide to Wisdom I think we all need a little bravery in life. Wouldn’t you agree? This single emotion forms the basis from which effective parents raise the next generation. Let’s face…
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Accomplishment… The Only True Failure in Life, Is A Lesson Not Learned
Inspirational Quotes My great concern is not whether you have failed, but whether you are content with your failure. Abraham Lincoln To be yourself in a world that is constantly trying to make you something else is the greatest accomplishment. Ralph Waldo Emerson A Father’s Guide to Wisdom As a healing professional, I see that…
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Hope… Burning Passions to Weather the Storm
Inspirational Quote It is not light that we need, but fire; it is not the gentle shower, but thunder. We need the storm, the whirlwind, and the earthquake. Frederick Douglass If patience is worth anything, it must endure to the end of time. And a living faith will last in the midst of the blackest…
