Fear is a necessary survival response that is programmed into our DNA. Fearing a sabre tooth and learning to either escape or destroy it worked to our favor. Of course, as society evolved, so did tactics to leverage fear and control human behavior. Today, for better or for worse, it is how many governments, religions, and parents control their humans.

The fears we face in 2024 look different from those of our ancestors. Moving out of our comfort zone is not the same as moving out of a desolate environment in search of water to survive the dry season. Yet, the visceral response to feeling uncertain of our future, unsure of our purpose and unclear as to what we should do next is the same as being chased by a predator looking for its next meal; we either try to escape or we fight against it.

Considering the evolution of the problems we face, perhaps we would benefit from evolving our responses as well.

In my first week of the Master Key Experience, I discovered a third response to fear – finish. Finish what I started. Finish the tasks I commit to doing for both myself and others. Simply finish.

This third option came to light through my commitment to reciting my DMP, reciting the blueprint and reading Scroll #1 3 times a day. I realized that if I want deeper control of my life, I must take control of what I can and let go of the rest.

The advantages of my commitment and discovery of this “finish response” have been significant. By consciously agreeing to finish and move through my fear means my day-to-day life is less vulnerable to consequences of emotional responses. Plus, I achieve results.

The momentum I am gaining in just a few days is encouraging and energizing.

I can’t wait for next week!