When Real Fears Become Irrational

How I discovered my voice, power, and courage that were present all along

What I’ve learned to be true: There is a notion that if we were stronger, we would be less fearful. There’s also a belief that if we had more faith, we would have less fear. I believe these are detrimental fallacies.

My Ruminations: I’ve been thinking about how real fears in my life became irrational, consuming, and controlling. I’ve also been thinking about the reality that we are born to be brave, and that courage is not forged in times of ease. Courage and bravery are revealed when we choose to confront what frightens us most.

Backstory: Years ago, I survived a violently abusive marriage, near-death brutality at the hands of my ex-husband. After years of extensive therapy, I overcame the fears that I was being hunted and would be murdered. So, discovering that similar fears would resurface — this time involving some of my family members — was shocking.