Posted by fayeroe on February 29, 2004, at 7:30:55
In reply to Musing about fear -- ?? for Dr Bob, too??, posted by Racer on February 28, 2004, at 22:20:12
Let's see, Racer, if I can shed some light on fear.....at least what I have experienced. I have a well developed "fight or flight" mode. My "fight" mode is very strong IF I think that I can do something that will "win" or "save" the situation. I was attacked once and a dog that was with me saved me initially. I then fled with the attacker's hand caught in my truck door. At any time I could have stopped, opened door and his hand would have been freed. But I was in such a "fight" mode that I continued on until he came loose from gravity or whatever. But I recall my feelings then and the overwhelming one was to "fight"him even while fleeing.
As for posting here when I'm at my lowest, I never divulge that I am there. I think I'm much more responsive when I'm feeling competent and strong and might be able to help someone. You know I firmly believe that we all star in our own movie..some produce, direct and star. I just star in mine. So, if you are thoroughly confused by this now, I'll close with this: basically, I think women are stronger than men when it comes to protecting and helping others.....so I think that the female usually will "fight" over "flight". Pat
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