Do Not Be Afraid

"Do not be afraid" is in the Bible 365 times, maybe God knew we'd need that particular reminder every day. In my experience, the first few decades of your life are filled with fear, especially as a woman and most definitely as a Black woman. During those years, things still have to get done. So I've learned to do it afraid. Do it angry. Do it with a broken heart. Do it when you're anxious. Sometimes you just gotta do it, no matter what state you're in. When you practice that enough, you'll realize you're not afraid anymore. That is freedom. Get there.