Hi there,

9/11 was like throwing a rock in to a pond. The ripples of that horrific event travelled around the world. There is nothing more contagious than fear, and it had its desired effect. It is not surprising that you still feel fear or experience triggers from that awful day, and our hearts in Oz went out to those people that perished and the ones left behind. I am surprised, and it is a testament to the heart of America, that anyone could get past that day.

So, the thing I think of when fear abounds caused by things I cannot control, is that fear cannot beat me. If this sounds contrite, I deeply apologise, but giving in to the fear, gives power to the ones who cause the fear. Know that even though it has made you afraid, which is totally to be expected, it holds no power over you. In other words, know if for what it is and do not fight it. Do not try to "get over it". Of course, if it is causing you terrible grief, maybe you need to talk about it over and over again, so you can conceptualise it. Fear becomes less potent when you bring it from within, to without.

Take care of your precious self,

Michah