"We do not have to learn courage, for it is part of who we already are. We have only to unlearn fear." Dr. Joan Borysenko.
A person recently brought to me the concern that she was afraid to confront another person. It does seem that confrontation is hard for some people, though certainly not all. Another definition of courage that is familiar is that courageous people act even if they are afraid. I like the idea that courage is an innate part of us. Unlearning the fears we have been taught by life seems to be a life long experience. Some people cover up fear with anger, rejection, addictions, withdrawal; but fear is believed by many to be the basis for some of these other emotions and behaviors. A good practice today might be to be willing to recognize the ways that courage is a part of who we are. In what ways can you be courageous today?
Thank you, Kathy, I will keep you posted on whether acupuncture is effective in helping to alleviate Dwane's back pain. We also arranged with his doctor for a PT (Physical Therapy) consult. It seems to me that it is Dwane's stooped posture that is putting a strain on his back -- not an unusual aspect of the Parkinsonism characteristic of his Lewy Bodies Dementia diagnosis. It is so good to share the things that work for the benefit of us all.
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