Feelings of anxiety and fear stem from attachment to outcomes from "summary" of Wisdom Of Insecurity by Alan W Watts
The root cause of our anxiety and fear lies in our relentless attachment to specific outcomes. We are constantly seeking security and certainty in a world that is inherently uncertain and unpredictable. Our desire for control and stability leads us to fixate on particular results, whether in our relationships, work, or personal goals. When we become overly attached to these outcomes, we set ourselves up for disappointment and distress. We invest our happiness and well-being in achieving a specific outcome, and when things don't go as planned, we are left feeling anxious and fearful. Our sense of security becomes contingent on external circumstances, making us vulnerable to the whims of fate. This attachment to outcomes also clouds our judgment and distorts our perception of reality. We become so focused on achieving a particular result that we lose sight of the present moment. We are consumed by thoughts of the future, worrying about ...
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