“One had to take some action against fear when once it laid hold of one.”
— Rainer Maria Rilke
Simplified Meaning:
When you feel afraid, it's important to do something about it instead of letting it control you. Imagine you’re scared of spiders and see one in your room; if you do nothing, the fear might grow and make you even more scared. But if you find a way to deal with it, like calling someone to help or using a jar to trap and release it outside, you take back control over your fear. For example, in history, firefighters face fear every day but they still act bravely to save others because they know not acting could lead to worse outcomes. If someone is afraid of speaking in public, they could start by practicing in front of a small, friendly group. Taking that first step helps reduce the fear and gives you the strength to handle it better next time.
