"The [[Greeks]] understood that **we often choose the ominous explanation over the simple one, to our detriment**. That we are scared of obstacles because our perspective is wrong—that **a simple shift in perspective can change our reaction entirely**. **The task**, as [[Pericles]] showed, **is not to ignore fear but to explain it away. Take what you’re afraid of—when fear strikes you—and break it apart**. ([Location 560](https://readwise.io/to_kindle?action=open&asin=B00IX49OS4&location=560)) --- **Tags** -- [[quotes]], [[mindfulness]], [[fear]], [[anxiety]], [[resilience]], [[problem-solving]], [[adversity]], [[emotions]], **Source** -- [[202409180132 - B - The Obstacle is the Way]] **See Also** -- [[202308180913 — AtN — You have the ability to reframe scenarios to protect your mental health]]