Overcoming Fear

Today I was asked permission to include some of my writing in the website for the Friends (Quakers), a thought that a few months ago would have produced a wave of fear.  My fear was caused by the thought of increasing my exposure and maximizing my potential.  Part of me felt that I was not worth it and that I would be punished if I tried.  This occasion was notable in that I gave permission, felt some pleasure at the thought and experienced no fear.  To me this is further evidence that fear is generally vapor with no real substance.