Kids have a tendency to be fearless and unafraid. Lorena, my almost 4 year old, though has started to realize that there are certain things that scare her. She doesn't like huge crowds and new places until she's warmed up to her surroundings. She had her first Bitty Ball game last week and she wanted me to help her bat and run the bases (which I did). After helping her the first time, she was able to do it on her own though and had a great time. She is also scared of monsters and the big bad wolf. My two year old Ida is still fearless of almost everything though, which is partly due to her young age. Two year olds are never afraid.
It's kind of interesting that as adults we get into a habit of not doing things outside of our comfort zone, steering clear of things that make us feel afraid. I'm currently afraid of a lot of things. I'm afraid of success at my new job. If I succeed this year, how will I replicate my success next year? I'm afraid of failure too though and not meeting the goals I have made for myself. I'm also afraid of not being a good enough Mom to my girls. Will I miss out on things in their lives that I will regret in the future? The list goes on and on.
So how do I get through my fears and get on with life? I'm learning that I need to be more like Lorena and Ida. I can be like Ida and be fearless in any situation. If I do sense some fear, I will be like Lorena and ask for some help and then do what I'm scared to do. I think it's that simple. Each time you push through the fear, you gain confidence and it becomes easier to do the next time. Eventually I won't be scared anymore.
Blessings for a good day, Lydia
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