It is my understanding that, to some degree, fear is a normal part of the human condition. We seem to have some choice in how to deal with that fear. In my case, I have some fears over many of the things that I do or say. Frequently those fears revolve around the possibility of being misunderstood or what people will think of me. I simply feel the fears, let them pass and attempt to act out of love not fear. To me, fear feels murky or cloudy, while love feels clear. Meditation helps me arrive at clarity.