Don’t Be Ruled by Fear

Like all of us, Bob has a few dislikes and quirks. A few things that make him bristle or grow restless. He loathes the sound that lorries with hydraulic brakes make, for example. He can also get agitated by aggressive dogs and people. He doesn’t like really loud music too much either, especially now he’s getting older.

In general, however, he allows little to frighten or upset him. He relies on his experience. He simply keeps his eyes and ears – and his highly sensitive whiskers – open. And if he is unsure of something or someone, he reacts immediately. He will fight, freeze or take flight. He will deal with the situation decisively.

We seem to live in a world that is now filled with anxieties. People are crippled by fears, some genuine, but some completely irrational. We could all learn a lesson from Bob. He is careful and keeps his eyes open. But he doesn’t let fear rule his world.