About Fear

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Author's Notes: "About Fear" covers some key ideas and reflections I have at a higher-level concerning this particularly dark emotion. This new couplet poem is not meant to be all-inclusive from the standpoint of "Fear" and the vast array of all of its possible aspects. Rather, I have tried to focus on some of the principal notions of what it actually is, and how it can affect the human psyche and even the soul in a destructive way. There is certainly much to unwrap with this concept beyond the parameters of this poem. (Gary Bateman - November 28, 2018) (Couplet)

Thematic Categories: allegory, anxiety, depression, emotions, evil, fear, and metaphor.

About Fear Fear is a horrid emotion that makes one attentive at once, whilst shocking the heart to beat hard—fast and faster! It causes an ill-feeling and a sense of terrible foreboding, which can instantly provoke some unintended responses. Fear has its own unique spirit that can paralyze us cold, whilst clouding our judgment and inciting a raw rage. It has that lurking quality in the shadows of the mind, that can spark moments of terror and abject uncertainty. Fear possesses a ghastly aura that shows no mercy and can engulf and literally devour the depths of one’s soul. The only solution, if indeed there is one, is to resist fear’s evil to the uttermost before your soul is destroyed forever! Gary Bateman, Copyright © All Rights Reserved November 28, 2018 (Couplet)

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Ann Foster

Date: 9/12/2019 10:46:00 AM

Powerful write. Excellent pen. Ann

Gary Bateman
Date: 9/12/2019 7:17:00 PM

Thanks Ann!! Very pleased you enjoyed this special couplet. Cheers and Best, Gary

M. L. Kiser

Date: 12/2/2018 6:57:00 PM

"The only solution, if indeed there is one, is to resist fear’s evil to the uttermost before your soul is destroyed forever!"; so true. Fear attacks as often as it can and if we can learn to block it or ignore it with faith; it weakens a bit. Imagine if we all achieved that goal! A wonderful poem.

Gary Bateman
Date: 12/3/2018 5:12:00 PM

Hello MLK, Many Thanks for your read here and for your enlightened comments. "Fear" unfortunately will always be part of our human situation. "Faith" does help, and being vigilant whenever possible is important too when countering any negative effects or consequences from a "fear" circumstance. Best Wishes Always, Gary

Arturo Michael

Date: 11/29/2018 8:34:00 AM

It's an awaking write...fear must be educated, managed, and released before harm is done without cause...it's not taught...but used to frighten you...All the best Gary

Gary Bateman
Date: 11/29/2018 8:54:00 AM

Hello Arturo, A pleasure always to hear from you!! I try to get over to your poetry whenever I can. Your poetry is always marvelous to read. What you mention about "fear" is spot-on. It must be educated. Fear can be used by some to frighten and torment others as a weaponized tool for cruelty and debasement, which is despicable, of course. I plan to do some other poems like this one that will center on other singular emotions that impact all of us. Thanks again for your read and thoughts!! Best Always, Gary

Therese Bacha

Date: 11/29/2018 6:25:00 AM

That is a beautiful down to earth poem.In this life everybody goes through the ups and down, it hurts when we are down, and its beautiful when we feel loved and alive. Between a couple sharing is so important, as its the only way to feel not alone, and loved. You did a beautiful poem. Terry xoxo

Gary Bateman
Date: 11/29/2018 8:42:00 AM

Hello Dear Therese, I really appreciate your very thoughtful and meaningful comment!! And, I'm very glad to hear that you enjoyed my poem. (I plan to write some more like this one.) The aspect of a true shared love is so very important for sure. Being truly alone is not a good thing. The emotions of fear, love, hate, greed, jealously -- and the others that pervade and impact our human experience will always be a part of human interaction in society. Best Always, Gary

Heidi Sands

Date: 11/28/2018 10:05:00 AM

Very well described and good point made Gary :)

Gary Bateman
Date: 11/28/2018 4:28:00 PM

Thanks Dear Heidi!! I am very pleased you liked my new couplet here. Cheers and Best, Gary