Escaping the Prison of Fear: A Blueprint for Emotional Freedom

Wealth Matters Weekend Mental Health Primer

Fear is one of the most powerful drivers of human behavior, shaping decisions and actions more than most realize. In fact, as of 2023, the Chapman University Survey of American Fears revealed that the top fears among Americans include corrupt government officials (60.1%), economic collapse (54.7%), and nuclear threats from Russia (52.5%).

The current inundation of cognitive dissonance from this upcoming election is only compounding these in the minds of everyone around you as these fears are deeply rooted in concerns over personal safety, financial stability, and geopolitical tensions, and they reflect the reality that many people make decisions based on fear rather than faith, understanding, or possibility.

In line with these findings, it’s been estimated that around 70% of people make decisions primarily rooted in fear—whether it’s fear of financial ruin, fear of societal collapse, or fear for the safety of loved ones. This is why campaigns and marketing efforts ALWAYS trigger the f…