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The Love of Fear | Curiosity
The fear of the unknown is one of the most natural and instinctive fears that we have.
Our world is easier to engage with when things make sense to us; and so, some may choose to engage further with 'the unknown' in order to better make sense of the situation.
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The Love of Fear | Closeness
Being frightened releases a biochemical flood that can yield a pleasurable outcome. So experiencing fear with someone else (like watching a scary movie together) can create a shared bond.
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The Love of Fear | The Flood
- When we get scared, we get a rush of adrenaline and a release of endorphins and dopamine.
- The biochemical rush can result in a pleasure-filled, opioid-like sense of euphoria.
- When we are reminded of our safet...
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The Love of Fear | Self-Satisfaction
Some people enjoy "pushing the envelope," seeking thrills, and seeing how much fear can be tolerated. If they are able to endure the barrage of anxiety, suspense, and fear, a great sense of self-satisfaction is o...
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The Love of Fear | The Safety Net
When we get scared, our bodies go into fight, flight, or freeze mode. So if we are in a setting where we get a “safe” fright (like watching a horror film), our brains will quickly evaluate the situation and tell us that we’re free from risk.
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About Fear
- Most people are in the dark about their fears. The unknown, random and unwanted scenarios or events that could happen in the future, forms the general anxiety known as fear. This can include a fear of losing one’s job, getting sick with a virus, or getting old.
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Fear as the Cause of Inaction
Fear causes us to procrastinate. It can be:
- Fear of change
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- Fear of failure
- Fear of what other people would think of us
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