As you know, since you’re here, despite
Being scared to death half your life.
The body’s quick to feel afraid
But stubbornly resists dying.
You don’t think enough about this.
You’re easily carried away
By those core animal habits—
To be frightened and resilient—
One adaptation preventing
The other from comforting you.
They’re both survival strategies,
Both ancient, whereas you, poor soul,
Are only their ambassador,
Weak and recently appointed.
Command the body to fear not.
Command the heart to simply stop.
Feel your pulse surge over the top.
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