Fear and forgive

"A leap can be exceedingly difficult for individuals with control issues because the act of embracing uncertainty requires them to trust that surrender will net them the rewards they seek."

How many times do you stop yourself from doing something you've wanted to do? Why? Because you were scared? You didn't trust in yourself and your decisions? I'm guilty of it. I know we all are guilty in some way. And although you can't change the past and the ease the pain that making the wrong decision inflicts on your heart and soul, you can move forward with the intention of never letting it happen again.

Fear can be a debilitating feeling. At least that's how many of us are programed to respond to it. We fear all kinds of things for all kinds of reasons. It's fear that holds us in place and stagnates our ability to grow as people. It's fear that keeps us from making decisions that are scary or abnormal. It's fear that prevents us from following our heart and instincts. It's fear that tells us no and plants doubt in the exact place where you desperately go seeking reassurance.

So, where does that leave us? Besides drowning is a sea of uncertainty and regret?

Everyday is an opportunity to move forward. It's an chance to change and grow stronger. It's also a chance to learn how to forgive yourself. If you can't forgive yourself, then who will? If you can't learn to forgive yourself, your past will eat you alive and the fear will never leave.

Instead of reflecting on this post as a total debbie downer, maybe look at it as a little nudge. Maybe look at it as inspiration to overcome your fear and do something about it. Even a little risk can reap big rewards.