I Was Afraid of My Shadow

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 19:30:00 +0000

Your biggest fear may not be what you think.
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When I was very small, my father took me for a walk at night. As we approached a streetlight, I grabbed his hand and pointed at the ground in absolute terror.

It was my shadow.

He and my mother laughed softly — not unkindly — then walked me toward the light until I understood what I was actually looking at. Most of the fear we carry as adults works exactly the same way. Not a threat. Just a signal you haven't understood yet.

Save this one. You may need it on a harder day.