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Is Fear Driving You? (Courtney Smith)

Pulling The Thread with Elise Loehnen

CHAPTER

Fear and Social Justice Dynamics

This chapter examines how fear is used in social justice discussions to create urgency and victimhood, affecting both individual and collective consciousness. It addresses the roles of social media in exacerbating anxiety and the tendency to categorize individuals into victim, villain, or hero roles, complicating authentic dialogue. The conversation also reflects on the psychological effects of fear, highlighting the human struggle to transition from fear-driven behaviors to healthier emotional responses while navigating identity politics.

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