Just like you, I wasn’t born with fear. I was influenced to this unnatural state through well-intentioned authority figures that had my best interests at heart. Like others had done for them. Simple cautionary advice—don’t go out after dark, don’t talk to strangers, obey these rules so you’ll get into heaven—soon became an unquestioned way of life.
The funny thing, when you live in a societal conditioned state of fear, you don’t even realize it. I fit right in with everyone else and shared the same beliefs.
When I was called to break free from my stress-filled typical life, one of the first things I did was stop watching the news. That alone created a positive ripple effect, which allowed me to think for myself and create my own life experience. I began to actively eliminate programmed fear and consciously change my beliefs when the opportunities arose.
One day, I arrived at the Denver Zoo with my daughter, Tabitha, for a school event. At this point, I no longer locked my car unless I received the guidance to do so. However, I made the decision beforehand that I would lock my car at the zoo, as I had my MacBook and $1,300 in cash to deposit at the bank for my older daughter.
I found a parking spot, turned off the ignition and tried to pull out the key, but it wouldn’t release. This car was still pretty new to me at the time, and fancier than anything I had previously owned. I started pushing buttons, turned the car on and off again, did everything I could think to do and the key would still not release.
The entrance line grew longer and my frustration rose along with the temperature in the car. I had to align to a choice. I took a few deep breaths and reminded myself that I am divinely protected, that I leave my car unlocked all the time and nothing bad ever happens because of it. I chose to forget about my car situation, go inside the zoo and enjoy the day with my daughter.
I left the car unlocked, with the key in the ignition, and laughed when I saw the warning sign.
I waved my hands over my car for good measure, and silently told my angels,”You got this.” We spent five hours inside the zoo, we laughed, played, and enjoyed time with new friends. When it was time to leave, I found my car parked in the same spot, with everything just as I had left it. I felt deep appreciation for the unconditional love and support that I receive.
I started the car, put it in reverse, and suddenly a thin plastic case slid to the side of the center console. It contained the newest Abraham-Hicks workshop CD that I placed there that morning. The case had prevented the gearshift from engaging fully into the Park position. That’s the reason my key wouldn’t release!
I laughed aloud and heard a chorus of silent laughter. After all, it was Abraham’s teachings that had encouraged and helped me to release my programmed fear. I had pre-planned to lock my car because of fear and my unseen support system wouldn’t allow it. Instead, they gave me another growth opportunity to fearlessly trust.