In our age of information overload, a subtle message has been crafted that we are immortal beings. At the root of most fear is the fear of death. We are awakened to this truth when a loved one dies or when confronted with a terminal illness.
Most fear is an illusion of the mind. It distorts, perverts, and falsifies the reality of the moment. Fear often breeds anger and anger turns to hate. It is the rocket fuel of professional deceivers whose messaging is amplified to millions on social media. We fall prey to our deepest fears if we don't recognize and confront them.
A typical reaction to fear is distraction and addiction. It could be anything from substance abuse to digital entertainment. The distraction is only momentary and will not remove the underlying fears that grow ever bigger as we lose control of our thoughts.
Especially during times of crisis, it is crucial to take time out for introspection and reflection. Toxic emotions such as fear, anxiety, anger, chronic negativity, and hate will turn you into a stranger to your true self. Below the surface of the darkness lie hidden seeds for renewal and change. Accepting and loving the self with all the shadow and the light is finding the inner truth and the path to soul purpose.
