Saturday, November 26, 2005

Slaying Dragons

Why am I so afraid?  The more I find out about myself the more I recognize fear and doubt in my life.  I really do let fear control me more than anyone should.  What am I afraid of?  Much of the time I’m afraid of failing, looking stupid, not measuring up, taking a risk.  I hate this about myself and I really need to change it.  

Anytime I start or do something new I’m hit with such a crippling fear I invariably set myself up for a fall.  Over the years I think I’ve sub-consciously let this rule me in such a way that I’ve stopped taking risks or doing things that could ultimately benefit me because I’m so scared of the worst possible outcome.  Take it from me this is a horrible way to live.  Not only does it cause a lot of doors to close to you but it also stunts your emotional growth.  Fear and apathy are two of my worst enemies and I’m about to start slaying the dragon… now if only I could get someone to hold my hand while I do it things would be so much easier!

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