How exactly does one conquer fear? Is it necessary to stare
your enemy in the face and remain standing once he has backed away? Do you have
to overcome him physically, emotionally, or mentally? All three? Do you have to
face it again and again until the fear no longer lingers? Is it required to
never show even the slightest hint of fear? Do you have to convince yourself of
the rare chance of danger and the even lesser possibility of death? Does reason
even have a place amongst fear?
Or
is it the way of a conqueror to simply be in the presence of your deepest fear,
knowing full well of every dangerous or hurtful possibility? Stand knowing that
you will face the same foe again and remain trembling, but even amidst the
shaky knees and quivering hands to remain. Not necessarily seeing yourself
standing over the dead body of the dreaded enemy, but rather, leaning back
against the arms of someone you know has already overcome the enemy for you.
