Day to day – we focus on meeting obligations, getting things done. But sometimes – we are surprised, startled, frightened. Our minds race through possibilities, with more remote ones rushing to the forefront. Until we can see threats clearly – we go on high alert; while the rational mind presents likely threats… the irrational mind just as quickly names its favorites.
This time of year – and a recent exchange with Don Mick, on the impending Halloween holiday – reminds me of the place of fear in our lives, both the fears of which we’re aware, and those perhaps just as present, if less visible.
What troubling, half-acknowledged impressions live with us day-to-day – perhaps all year ’round? What fear do we carry that diminishes us, causes us to recoil, creates anxiety, robs us of sleep or comfort?
To read the rest of the story – see the original post at BizCatalyst 360, Leadership | Management section (see “What Frightens You About Your Work?“)