Tiny Lil Thing Called Fear
I recently read that "Fear is a self-fulfilling prophecy". I wasn't certain exactly what was meant by that until now. It led me to question my own fears. What is your greatest fear? Is it facing the unknown? Failure? Heartbreak? Something worse? Fear is something so real, it can easily hold you back even paralyze you. I hadn't thought I was afraid of anything, other than losing my family, death and heights. However, recently I realized one of my biggest fears is to need someone and actually admit it. It seems so trivial, yet this fear nearly destroyed me and it certainly hindered me emotionally. It became something I had to face and recognize and of course this always happens a bit late. The fear that I could need someone so much and they could leave, is terrifying to me. So, what happens when you realize your own fear can destroy the thing or person you love? Do you run for cover and try to avoid the blast, or do you face your fear head first, with your heart on th...