Jo sez:
> I reckon fear was a primary underpinning for my fanatical zeal. Another was
> a lack of acceptance, both of self and others.

While I was commenting on obsessive and uncivil behavior I have
observed in ones I would consider fanatical, Jo appears to break
the surface and reports some potential roots to the fanatical
issue from another perspective. I think this is more what Ward
was looking for than my somewhat obvious remarks.

Jo:
> I'm glad to know that I've left all that behind and now I'm leaning more
> heavily towards the traveler / trailrunner who's focused on having fun.
> Enthusiasm has displaced the fear-based need to control and manipulate.
> Gone also is the self-righteousness - to be right and make others wrong.

Jo, I appreciate your openness and courage in sharing this with us,
perhaps you can help others out of similar paradigns. Can you generally
describe by what means that you realized and overcame the fears and
lack of acceptance described, what event(s) that transpired to get
you over the hurdle ?

Jo:
> Other than that, I'm purdy happy with me and going my way. From this
> foundation, it's a cakewalk to feel respect for others and appreciate the
> differences they offer for us to consider.
> Have a cool week,

>From your words it sounds like you have transformed your life
impressively and significantly for the better. I wish you a great
week as well.

Regards,

David
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