I have no fear of death, I believe. I've often stated, "Today's a great day to die." And Neale Donald Walsch's latest book, Home With God reinforces that death is a moment of creation and nothing to fear. I also have no fear of public speaking, especially after teaching for 40 years and presenting to lots of groups. However, I do, and always have had, a fear of falling.
Since this whole pilgrimage idea was brought on by a fall, it was no surprise to me that during my canyon treks I was a little shaky walking in certain areas, especially the slippery mud banks. And I love water and swimming, I definitely wouldn't be hurt, just wet, from such a fall into shallow water.
Although often irrational, we have beliefs from past experiences that have become habits that may be hard to break. The good news is there are so many systems available that can help us change limiting beliefs and habits.
So I processed this fear of falling and saw how it was related to fear of flailing my limbs and not being able to grasp ahold of something, an inability to support myself, and losing, literally and figuratively, the ground-- the support of Mother Earth.My process also led to a fear of failure.
Falling, flailing, and failing. It is all related in some complex way and clearly a fear to which I can apply all the tools I know in order to be free of its limitations. Then I'll have another amazing healing story full of hope to share. That's my vision, to help others even more easily with their fears so they become more hopeful and confident. So, friends, please ask me how I'm doing with my fear of falling. Blessings, Paula
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