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The Truth about Fear

The Truth about Fear

Update: 2025-02-20
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Fear. We all know what it feels like. But do we really understand what it is?



In this episode, we break down the truth about fear: why it exists, how it really works, and why most of what we've been taught about it is wrong. Fear isn’t the enemy. It’s an ancient survival system doing its best to protect us. But it often misfires, treating everyday stress like life-or-death threats.



We’ll explore why fear hijacks our minds, how it fuels stress and avoidance, and, most importantly, how we can work with it instead of being controlled by it. Whether you're facing anxiety, chronic illness, or just the relentless uncertainty of life, learning to recognize, reframe, and redirect fear can change everything.


Fear doesn’t mean stop. Fear means pay attention.


• What fear really is (and what it isn’t)



• How the body misinterprets modern challenges as threats



• The "F-it Cascade" and why fear escalates into overwhelm



• Practical strategies for taking back control


If you’ve ever felt trapped by fear, this episode will shift your perspective — and give you the tools to move forward.



Listen now.


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