Hi, I’m Teagan Geneviene. Today I’m doing a guest post for our wonderful Story Telling Ape. I’m here to encourage you to thrive.
Today I’m not thinking about how daring the feat was. Nor am I wondering how dangerous the situation was. I’m not even considering what extraordinary valor may have been involved.
How brave is someone when they do something they don’t fear? Are they braver than the person who trembles in terror?
Fear can hold us back. But to overcome fear is to thrive. If you see a person, daunted by distress, who dives into the fray despite their dread — then you have witnessed courage.
Courage is being scared to death — and saddling up anyway… John Wayne
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Hi Robert. Yes, and some people choose to define “respect” as fear too. It seems like the most frequently used path to get ahead… But for those of us who simply can’t stomach being that way — “saddle up” might be the only way to go. Hugs.
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I love the John Wayne quote. He was a big movie star icon in our house growing up and it is so true. You are terrified but you get right back on the horse. xx
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So true, Adele. Thanks for visiting. Have a wonderful weekend. Hugs!
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Hugs to you too , Teagan. x
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What an inspirational post Teagan. It’s so scary when I’m fearful and it feels so good when I overcome it. I hope you have some time to rest and feel better soon. Mega hugs!
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Thank you, Gerlinde. I’m feeling almost human today. 😀 I’m happy you enjoyed this. Mega hugs right back! Have a fabulous Friday.
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Ride’em Teagan! 🙂 ❤
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Thrive on, Debby! Hugs
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Feel the fear and do it anyway… I love it, Teagan. The John Wayne cowboy image is most appropriate, for riding fear is much like riding a bronco: You don’t know if you’ll settle in or fall flat on your face; enjoy the thrill of the ride or fall prey to abject terror. But the satisfaction of overcoming fear is in a class by itself. Another great post, my friend. Hugs ♥
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Thanks so much for commenting, Tina. You have a wonderful perspective on things. Mega hugs, my friend.
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I love these lines, Teagan: “Fear can hold us back. But to overcome fear is to thrive.” Happy Thriving Thursday. Get well soon. Waving hi to Chris, too.
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Thank you so much, Mary. I know you are another example of someone who had to look fear in the face. I’m glad you “saddled up” and kept going. You’re an inspiration.
I hope you’re doing well and that your hand is completely healed. Have a thriving Thursday, my friend.
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Thank you for the inspirational post! I love the quote from John Wayne, too.
Feel better soon, Teagan!
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Thank you Lavinia. I’m doing everything I can to fight the sinus monster. 😀 I’m so happy you liked this mini post. Thanks for taking time to comment. Have a thriving Thursday! Hugs.
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Thanks for a very uplifting post, Teagan. There are many trials and tribulations in the world at present and we do need courage to face them head on.
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Indeed we do, Robbie. Thanks for visiting. Have a thriving Thursday! Hugs.
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