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Fear is supposed to protect us—but what if it’s the very thing that’s killing our courage?

In this episode, we pull fear apart and find two very different forces at work: one that keeps us alive, and one that keeps us from living. The first warns us of danger. The second whispers excuses. It silences voices, weakens conviction, and turns leaders into bystanders. We explore how fear—when left unchecked—becomes more than hesitation; it becomes moral failure.

If you’ve ever found yourself holding back because of what others might think, this episode will make you question whether that fear is just natural… or something much darker.

Read the relevant Article from the Summa Theologica here:

Part 2 of 2, Question 125, Article 1. Whether fear is a sin?

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