I seem to have lost some of my motivation to write, or maybe it's my inspiration that's lacking. I'm not really sure. But any any case, I think I'm just going to start writing meditations on other interesting quotes unless I have something more important or pressing or interesting to say. But any ways, if you disagree with me, or think me an idiot, or want to exhole my greatness.... tough. No, e-mail me. stevo@arches.uga.edu
So anyways, here's today's thought:

"I will not fear. Fear is the mind-killer. Fear is the little-death that brings total obliteration. I will face my fear. I will permit it to pass over me and through me. And when it has gone past I will turn the inner eye to see its path. Where the fear has gone there will be nothing. Only I will remain." -Herbert

I'm not completely sure I agree with this one. I certainly think that it is wisdom of one is talking of fear as in terror. To allow one's self to become immobilized, either literally or figurativly, is counter-productive. Which is to say that it is completely unproductive and that is the same thing. In such a case the only thing to do is face the fear and then conquer once it has past. I really like the metaphor of fear creating a road, I see it almost as a tornado clearing a path through a thick forest.
But if the fear in question is more on the apprehension side, then I think that it can be a good thing. Small fear does more to spark adrenaline and motivate than it does harm. Think about it, if you're being chased by, say, an angry dog. Fear kicks you into overdrive long enough to run and jump a fence and get away. Or if you are a little afraid that you will fail a test, the fear coaxes you to study harder and go the extra mile to pass. Again, moderation is the important factor.