WHAT SCARES YOU?

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It's not bullshit.

If I was diagnosed with ALS tomorrow, I'd be very scared. But, I don't have ALS and I don't have a fear of getting it.

If I was in the military in an uncertain situation, I don't know if I'd be scared. Probably; it would depend on my training and experience. But, I'm not in an uncertain military situation and I don't fear that I will ever be in an uncertain military situation.

The alley or parking lot scenario is a more plausible one, but still kind of remote for me. I've never had my finger on 911 or owned mace. And, I don't find myself going into what I consider shady dark alleys or shady parking lots these days. If I had to do that, for some reason, I might be scared. I'd probably carry a knife and mace. But, I don't have to do that now and I'm not fearful that I'll have to do that later.

I didn't say that I don't get afraid in certain situations, French Fry. I do. But, right now, I can't think of any fear associated with something that I know is going to happen, except the one I mentioned. And, I don't worry and stress over the unknown or have any phobias or anything.

Well, I did just think of one thing that scares me; potentially losing my teeth. I hope I always have my natural teeth. I kinda fear seeing my teeth in a jar and having to put my teeth in.

That is very Buddhist of you; staying in the present moment.

I've been studying quite a bit of Buddhism as it relates to DBT (but it's easier said than practiced). However, you are correct...in this moment, there's no benefit to worry or fear regarding what may/may not happen.