I still care greatly what friends and family in particular think of me, but do what I do anyway. I believe it’s a bit like being afraid but not letting fear control my life. I acknowledge it’s there and most often keep moving toward my goal. I focus on needing to use the qualifier “most often” less frequently. It would be a lot easier if the fear wasn’t there, but perhaps it’s not supposed to be easy.
With Love,
Russ
About russtowne
I'm awed by the beauty of nature and the power of love and gratitude. Some of my favorite sensory experiences include waves crashing on rocky shores, waterways in ancient redwood and fern-filled forests, and rain. My wife and I have been married since 1979. We have 3 adult children and 5 grandchildren. I manage a wealth management firm that I founded in 2003. My Beloved is a Special Education teacher for Kindergartners and First Graders. I'm a published author of approximately 60 books in a variety of genres for grownups and children.
Russ Towne's A Grateful Man 
baby steps, russ. at least you’re headed in the right direction –
Thank you, Beth. That’s what the whispers of my heart are telling me.
I wish I could get there Russ. Good for you!
It greatly helps me to have caring and encouraging friends such as you to inspire me, Colleen.
Russ, for the most part I’ve attained the “no fear” and “not caring” of what others think of me. It is so freeing. It’s a process so be easy on you! 😄
Congratulations, AmyRose. I consider that quite an accomplishment. I still have more steps on my path to reach that goal. I don’t know how many, but I intend to find out.
Good for you!! If I can do it then so can you! 😁