Simon Yugler writes, “I’d like to fashion myself an advocate of doing things that scare us. In today’s world of guard-rails, antibacterial soap, and well-meaning regulations, there are more precautions set in place to make sure people live comfortable, protected lives than ever before.

Yet despite the efforts of mainstream media to convince us otherwise, the truth is that the world is a much safer place than it ever has been in all of human history. Most of us will live long, happy lives. This is great news! Except there’s a catch.

The drawbacks of never having to face our fears or navigate danger are starting to impact us as a generation, and as a culture. Always feeling safe; always opting for the comfort of the known, over the daunting mystery of the unknown, offers only one side of the human experience. The result is one-sided human beings.

These days, real fear, and real adventure is hard to come by. I say, seek fear out, take a deep breath, and learn how to make fear your friend. You will be a changed person.”

FULL STORY by SIMON YUGLER, via UPLIFTCONNECT.COM