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Mar 2022
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The Wisdom of Fear

Headspace Studios
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Fear is an evolutionary process, designed to keep us safe. However, what we’ve learned to fear in modern times has changed immensely. We can look to mindfulness to help us work with our fear, instead of being shaken by its presence.

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