Dear Eric:

I thought I’ll put together a few quotes about fear for you.

This quote made me think of you  because of your anger at yourself after the mall incident, and how I wish you’d react empathetically toward yourself, instead of angrily: “Fear is the path to the dark side. Fear leads to anger. Anger leads to hate. Hate leads to suffering.” Yoda in -Star Wars.

This quote made me think of you because of how your fear stopped you from talking to the girl at the mall: “What is the biggest thing that stops people from living their lives in the present moment? Fear – and we must learn how to overcome fear.” Brian Weiss.

This quote made me think of how nice it would be if you loved yourself, meaning, if you felt empathy for yourself: “There are two basic motivating forces: fear and love. When we are afraid, we pull back from life. When we are in love, we open to all that life has to offer with passion, excitement, and acceptance.” John Lennon.

Here is a very interesting one: “Fear is not real. It is a product of thoughts you create. Do not misunderstand me. Danger is very real. But fear is a choice.” -After Earth.

Think of it: fear being a choice? Can it be a choice, Eric?

anita