Some creatures are passive by nature. Turtles, for example, put their heads back into their shells when they’re afraid. Other animals can curl themselves into a ball. Those that are most equipped with defense hide themselves behind harmful spikes.
Humans weren’t built this way. Humans were created with the expectation that we can use our emotions and the power of communication to resolve our physical fears.
Our version of a turtle shell is often the comfort of our homes, or any other private quiet place that allows us to reflect. We all need the escape, but we should also recognize and embrace that we were designed to face our fears head-on.
And that’s because we can handle it.