Posted by Jost on October 8, 2006, at 13:41:13
In reply to Re: Think I know my problem but it can't be fixed » Racer, posted by Dinah on October 8, 2006, at 12:03:26
But Racer is thinking not about Phillipa's fear of people, but her fear of doing the wrong thing to get help, of getting hurt more in the moment that she makes a choice, or is active on her own behalf--then if she doesn't take the risk of doing it. This leaves her feeling helpless to take on whatever inhibits her.
It's not the fear of people-- it's the fear that her own efforts will lead to some catastrophe, which will be overwhelming, that holds her (and me, and many people I think) back from doing some things to overcome the fear somewhat, to reach out for more.
Fears can be more or less paralyzing, depending on whether we work with or against them-- don't let them keep us completely in check.
(I really should take all my great advice, as you know-- but still- it is good advice-- I think--so don't anyone think I'm doing all the things I say. I hope if I keep on giving it and remembering that I should also consider it, I'll be more active in this way myself)
Jost
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