Roger B.
Roger B.
#80 Fear,Fear,Fear
#80 Fear,Fear,Fear
#80 Fear,Fear,Fear
Thursday 3rd July 2025
Explore how fear shapes our lives and learn ways to transform it into faith through imagination and community support in this insightful episode.
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56 minutes
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Episode Overview
- Fear originates from childhood experiences.
- Imagination plays a key role in sustaining fear.
- Fear and faith cannot coexist; choose faith.
- Community support is crucial in overcoming fear.
- Being present helps manage fear effectively.
Fear is the beast's playground, and it will find anything to use against you.
In this episode, the focus is on fear, an emotion that affects everyone at different points in their lives. The discussion opens with an exploration of the origins of fear, which often stem from childhood experiences. When we are young, we do not have the language or context to process our experiences, which can lead to the formation of fear.
This fear is often magnified by our imagination, which can turn into a 'dark side' that traps us in future tense scenarios, creating imaginary nightmares. The hosts emphasize the importance of understanding that fear is a manufactured emotion, often rooted in our past experiences and the societal pressures of hyper-competitiveness. As we grow up, fear can become intertwined with shame, leading to feelings of being unlovable or broken.
This duality of fear and shame can inform addictive behaviors and influence our worldview. One significant point made during the discussion is the importance of living in the present. By staying present, individuals can evaluate their fears more logically and reconnect with higher principles and consciousness. This is where faith comes into play. Faith and fear are described as opposing forces that cannot coexist; thus, making a conscious choice to act in faith is essential for overcoming fear.
Community support, such as Alcoholics Anonymous meetings, plays a crucial role in helping individuals manage their fears. Through sharing experiences and practicing empathy, patience, and forgiveness, individuals can transform their fear into faith. The episode concludes with a reminder to remain vigilant against selfishness, dishonesty, resentment, and fear, as these are obstacles to higher consciousness and peace.
Overall, the episode provides valuable insights into how fear can be transformed into faith through understanding its origins, staying present, and seeking community support.