Thought Of The Day

When you're afraid of the world, everything is a fear tactic. 

I had a chance to think about this epiphany I had a while back.  There's a reason for the Beluga Whale as my picture of the day.  These creatures are curious and mild.  They live in a harsh environment and yet retain a wonderful outlook on life.  

It's not wrong to fear.  But fear and pain go hand in hand like pleasure and happiness.  What would happen if you went out and were not afraid to tell truths?  What if you were no longer afraid to hide who you are?  What if you said hello to a stranger?  How many friendships would you gain by talking to that person who mis-dialed your number?  (I have gained one friend by this method, and is an interesting relationship as we've never met and just talk on the phone.)

What would it be like for you to pretend to be a Beluga Whale and wake up everyday curious and ready to explore the world?  Would knowing how to defend yourself make you capable of such mentality?  How many secrets do you hide?  Is it because you don't want to be judged?  Those who fear judgement might want to evaluate how much they take responsibility for their actions.  

If you smile at a fellow pedestrian, what do you think will happen?  If you look someone in the eye why is it a threat?  Call the Beluga Whale fat and happy if you wish.  But fat and happy up there has more guts than any coward that snarks at their refusal to fear a world that holds so many predators for them.