by Merci Gracia | Aug 27, 2021 | Fear
Fear is an extension of the survival instinct, but most of what we fear has nothing to do with survival. What we are really afraid of is losing a piece of our identity, in the form of our ideas or stuff. When these are threatened, we become anxious and stressed and...
by Merci Gracia | Feb 17, 2021 | Fear
Fear is an extension of the survival instinct, but most of what we fear has nothing to do with survival. What we are really afraid of is losing a piece of our identity, in the form of our ideas or stuff. When these are threatened, we become anxious and stressed and...
by Merci Gracia | Dec 23, 2020 | Ego, Fear, Identity
Fear isn’t all bad. The kind that warns of potential danger can be beneficial. However, fear concerned with protecting the ego robs our energy and evokes anxiety about preserving an image. Fueling concern about unwanted hypothetical outcomes not only feels bad,...
by Merci Gracia | Sep 19, 2020 | Acceptance, Fear, Identity
Humans look, think, speak and act differently. This variety makes life more challenging, but it makes it more interesting, too. It’s not the diversity that creates disharmony and conflict, but fear of difference, comparison and the insecure need to feel right or...
by Merci Gracia | Jul 26, 2020 | Fear, Self-Awareness
Whether consciously or not, most of us are experiencing an underlying fear that stems from our lack of understanding and control over COVID-19. The ultimate consequences to our health, society and finances are unknown. We cling to our opinions and beliefs informed by...
by Merci Gracia | Mar 21, 2020 | Fear
Fear can be a positive force in our lives when it steers us away from danger or harm. Uninvestigated fear leads to foolish decisions. It’s worth asking: What is our fear showing us? With Covid-19, it reminds us of the preciousness of life. It unequivocally...