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Love vs. Fear

“I must not fear. Fear is the mind-killer. Fear is the little-death that brings total obliteration. I will face my fear. I will permit it to pass over me and through me. And when it has gone past I will turn the inner eye to see its path. Where the fear has gone there will be nothing. Only I will remain.” ― Frank Herbert, Dune.

The defining characteristic I see that runs like a thread through all modern discourse is fear. Those that oppose "progressiveness" operate from a place of fear, and use it as a tool in the spreading of their message and agenda. And on the opposing side, the primary motivator for action or change is also fear. But fear is the mind-killer. Fear can be a useful indicator for what is wrong, but it should not be used as the emotional foundation for change or growth. Fear is like blinders. It limits our perceived options and abilities. Fear distracts us and divides us against each other. Fear is the ultimate tool of oppression.

So what, then? How does one move through a world increasingly defined by fear? How do we attain true freedom from fear? If you're like me and wish to have a positive impact on humanity and truly desire to help your fellow man, where do you begin? As far as I can figure, at least for myself, it has to start with love. I fervently believe that true change or growth must first start within. I reckon all fear comes from within. Fear of the world is fear of one's self. The fear must be examined and analyzed, and replaced with love. Ultimately, I believe fear is rooted in a desire for love. But the fear obfuscates that truth, distorts it. Once you become acquainted with your own fear and it's relationship to love, then you can see through the fears of others for what they truly are: not blind hate, not ignorance or evil, but a deep and profound longing to be loved. To be loved is the ultimate form of validation. And you can't truly love others until you love yourself. So please, take care of yourselves, and each other.


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