Conversation – 16

Fear of the Future

Fear of the future can paralyze us, but we can allow it to unfold easily when we keep to the present moment.

Though much human fear is based on uncertainty, foreknowledge does not always ease the mind. It is often when our futures look brightest that our resolve crumbles and we veer off course. We can recognize that success is on the horizon, but we cannot discern how it will impact our lives. Because success can affect us in complex and unpredictable ways, taking us out of the status quo and pushing us into new circumstances that test our limits, the mere idea of attaining the life of our dreams can shake us to the core. Fear of the future is often closely intermingled with the fear that growing into your own potential will both change you irrevocably and force you to face situations for which you aren’t ready. It is normal to unconsciously project ahead into the future and see success as a great weight bearing down on you. It is important to remember, however, that all the life changes the future will bring will be implemented into your life slowly and gradually.

When we visualize the future, we tend to focus on outcomes rather than the steps we will take to reach those conclusions. Thus, we may forget that growth is progressive. Your soul longs to fulfill its purpose — a purpose you agreed to in the timelessness in which you existed before your birth. Because of this, neither you nor the universe will set any circumstance before you that you are not capable of handling. Fear of the future can paralyze you, preventing you from living in the moment and from working toward your goals in a mindful manner. The key to conquering this fear lies in awareness. When you can identify the irrational thoughts that frighten you, you can replace them with logical, self-affirming ideas. If you are afraid that you won’t be satisfied when you accomplish a certain goal, remember that no one achievement represents an end in and of itself. And if you fear recognition or feel unworthy, consider that even now you are deserving of praise.

Should fear of the future strike you as you strive to create, to excel, to grow, and to evolve, assert your courage. Assume that your fear is based on a false assumption and quell it with facts. Try to disregard past patterns and focus on the present by stilling the inner voice that comments critically on all you do. Tell yourself that the inevitability of your success is based not on luck or a universal mistake but on your already established talents, drive, imagination, and inner strength. Each time you overcome your fear of the future, you chip away at its very foundations. Eventually, you will clear a gap through which you can gaze upon the future with unhindered optimism. 😎

@kittengirl,

Good Morning in California enjoy the day with your family. Sending Kitty Hugs. 😎

This reminds of your fresh lemons you get from your lemon trees. 💕

Cherie,

Good Morning in S. California I hope you and the children are safe. Drop a line
when you have time. Miss ya. 💕😎🌹

I know you and hubby love your morning smoothie enjoy. 😎💕

@shoelady60,

Happy Anniversary in the ‘burgh. 😘🌹I hope you and hubby had a good Anniversary.

Tomorrow is Mother’s Day for your mom. I know she is ready to go. 🌹 I did do a little
Anniversary Gallery for you I tried to matched the dog up with Jake. 🤣

Poppy is right by my side as I type this. 💕😎I hope your Hockey Team holds it’s place.

Niece is doing great after her test showed she is negative for Covid-19. Niece beat it and
she wants the vaccine.

Give Jake a nice chilly OZ pet but hey I think you are chilly and rainy in the ‘burgh like OZ. 😎

Here is a little tea to warm you up or wake you up. 😎

@71flowerchild,

Good afternoon in Texas. I hope you and hubby are resting now. Give the fur babies
a nice OZ pet. 🤣😎Very chilly and rainy here in OZ and I am alright with that. I will long
for a day like this during the dog days of summer as I always say. 😎🌹

I do hope you spent some time with your grandson. 😘😎

Enjoy with hubby. 🌹How are your tomatoes growing this year? This food image
reminds me of your fresh grown tomatoes.

@taci,

Good Morning in S. Cali. 😎Taci what is going on in Venice Beach? You are right it
was a unique place a lot of well known people lived there. I wonder what is happening?

You saw seals yesterday how cool. 😘🤣😎 Always enjoy the view no matter where
you are. 😎

Happy Trails to you. 🤣

@oodiebom,

Good afternoon on the Gulf Coast. 😎🌹I did read your post from last night. I hope you
and hubby get some answers for him. Oodie I just hate you being alone to do all of this.

Oodie you have a lot on your plate I would fly as you may have to come back for your
mammogram mine is in a few days. I will keep you posted when it is over. 😎

Family is very relieved about my niece she is doing her school work on her laptop and
even with Covid-19 she did not miss a day of school which is remote in Colorado.

Oodie let me know how you feel when you get back home just take your time. 🌹😎

Enjoy some tea with Manuka Honey. 😘

@ddshoppy,

Good Morning in S. Cali I do hope you have time to spend with your granddaughter.
Here is to a good day. OZ is chilly and rainy no worries better days are on the way. 😎🌹

Enjoy the day in S. Cali. 🌹

@defg,

Good day in Maryland and goodnight sleep well. 🤣😎 Here is some tea good day or night.

@loaf,

Wishing you and the family a safe day in the Rock and Roll City. 💕🌹Miss ya.

This is Florida. 😎

Colleen Lopez wearing her HSN TS

Colleen Lopez wearing her TS on HSN

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Colleen Lopez wearing HSN TS