“He who hesitates is lost!” / “Look before you leap!”
Somewhere between the two proverbs is the advice to calm your fears.
Happy Halloween!
No Time for Fears
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I Choose
to assess risks and act judiciously.
I choose never to live in fear, to live joyously,
sleep soundly, and focus on my goals.
I have no time for fears.
Copyright© 2021 by Cheryl Batavia
Gulf Coast Poet 
Well said, Cheryl! I try to do the same ❤️
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Thank you, Ingrid, for your kind comment! ❤
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such Profound Wisdom, if only the entire world would see the logical sense of that!
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Thank you, Kate, We can try our best and hope. ❤
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resonates deeply with me 🙂
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Beautiful thoughts, Cheryl. Well penned 👌👌💐
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Thank you so much, KK! ❤
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Wise thoughts & advise that one should take cognizance of !Thanks a lot for sharing 💕Cheryl !
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Many thanks, Dhirendra, for your kind response. ❤ Much appreciated!
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Simply it’s my pleasure, Cheryl 🙏
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I did a double take when I read the “He who hesitates is lost” line…that was one of Dad’s common refrains and I always thought it was an ‘original’ quote!
Finding the balance between fear and caution is key – caution sharpens our senses while fear fogs them up.
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Thank you for your thoughtful response, Laura. My father also used to say that. I think the quote is traditional, although I found a couple of places that thought it originated with Cato. One said it was possibly from ancient Egypt.
I like how you expressed the balance between fear and caution. ❤ Have a great day!
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Very uplifting dear Cheryl. ❣️❣️ Short yet great! 👏👏👏
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Thank you, Preethes. ❤ Means a lot to me that you like the post!
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A perfect prescription for happiness, especially now!
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Thank you, David, for your thoughtful response. It is not always easy to keep the balance, but I think it is a worthy goal. ❤ Have a blissful day!
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Great advice, I’ll try to take it😊
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Thank you. I will also try! 🙂 It’s always a work in progress. Have a beautiful day!
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Well said Cheryl!
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Thank you so much, Nawazish! All the best! ❤
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You are the voice of wisdom, Cheryl. No doubt about it
Love ❤
Michel
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Thank you, Michel. for your kind comment. Sometimes I struggle to follow my own good advice! 🙂 Best to you and Janine!
Love ❤
Cheryl
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We do what we can , Cheryl: for the best.
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So accurate words, I have no times for fear. Fantastic Cheryl!! 👏
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Mousumi, thank you for your kind response! It means a lot to me. Take care!
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This is such a inspiring piece dear Cheryl..!✨✨😊💕💕
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So glad you like it, Filarance! Thank you for your kind comment. ❤ All the best!
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You’re very welcome dear..!💖💖
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Wise words, Cheryl! Certainly the dictum to live by. ❤️
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Thank you, Punam, for your kind response! Not always easy to put into practice. 🙂 Take care.
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I agree, not easy always. You are welcome. You too, take care. 🙂
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wonderful uplifting words Cheyrl! Thanks for a great reminder💖🌷🙏
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Thank you, Cindy! Means a lot that you liked the poem! ❤ ❤ ❤
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You’re sooo welcome Cheyrl! 💕
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Nicely said ♥️
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Many thanks, LaDonna for reading and commenting! Much appreciated! 🙂
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♥️♥️
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Well said Cheryl.
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Many thanks, Veena! 🙂
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Wonderful words, dear Cheryl. 🙏❤️💐
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Thank you, Diana, for your kind comment. ❤ It means a lot to me, Happy weekend!
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Dive in with both feet, ready to adventure into the unknown! 😎
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I like your spirit, Hamish! ❤ Happy New Year!
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