How Much Time Are You Giving to Fear? A Personal Message
Apr 13, 2025
Understanding the True Nature of Fear: A Heart-to-Heart Exploration
In our fast-paced world, fear often becomes a silent driver of decisions and life directions. Matt Codde, a licensed clinical social worker and founder of Restored Minds, delves deep into the concept of fear and its impacts on our lives in his recent talk. Drawing inspiration from the character Chuck McGill in "Better Call Saul," Matt explores the profound idea that fear may not be as real as we perceive it to be.
The Illusion of Fear
Imagine living under the constant threat of something dreadful happening— "What if I get this terrible disease?" or "What if something bad occurs?" These are the questions fear plants in our minds. Most of these fears, as Matt points out, never come to fruition, yet they manage to consume a significant portion of our lives. Fear often focuses our energy on what might happen, rather than what is actually happening.
Realization of Fear's Impact
Matt narrates Chuck McGill's journey, where he realizes that his fear of electricity was rooted more in his mind than in reality. This epiphany leads Chuck to question the life choices driven by his fears. Similarly, Matt encourages us to reflect on the time and energy we've sacrificed at the altar of unfounded fears.
The Flip Side of the Coin
Rarely do we flip the coin to ask, "What if this fear isn't real?" In doing so, we might discover that we are giving up what is truly valuable—our time and our life's potential. Matt shares his personal revelation, emphasizing that confronting fear, however painful, is essential to gain back control over our lives.
Breaking Free from Fear's Grip
Living a life directed by fear ultimately costs us the most precious resource: time. Matt urges us to confront and cut down the time we spend entertaining fear, thus reclaiming our lives for pursuits that genuinely matter. This step, though challenging, can represent a significant turning point in overcoming the control fear has over us.
Reflection: How Much Time Are You Willing to Give?
Matt leaves us with a thought-provoking question: How much time have you given to fear, and how much more are you willing to give? This self-reflection is pivotal in deciding how to move forward and ensure fear no longer drives our life decisions.
