I have accepted fear as part of life — specifically the fear of change... I have gone ahead despite the pounding in the heart that says: turn back....

Erica Jong
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Fear of change is a feeling we all experience. It is the fear of the unknown, and it is a difficult emotion to deal with. Unfortunately, we must learn to deal with it and to overcome it if we are going to move forward in life. However, when we achieve that fear and dare take that first step, we will then be able to live fully and completely, without regrets.

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