Fear-The Great Enemy By Mrs. Roosevelt

Mrs. Roosevelt’s novel is in response to the letters written to her. We all think at some point in our life that we exist in unique times, that "we know" better than those who came before us. This book impressed me that every generation experiences many similarities in our lives. I also learned that progress is a slow process which requires every person's participation to make happen. I have a much deeper appreciation to those trying to make the world better before they leave earth and I hope I can be half as great in attempting to do my part.

Learning to Learn
Learning is a way of growing described by Eleanor Roosevelt, she explains learning to be essential in life. There must be a desire, or interest in order to fulfill life, to experience
The greater the fear there comes increased confidence and strength. “You gain strength, courage, and confidence by every experience in which you really stop to look fear in the face.” (Roosevelt 56) Refusing to face your fears will only take your confidence away and cause more danger in near future. Any type of fear can limit your abilities, from social skills to trying new things. Most fears are of not knowing and once overcoming the fear you develop the confidence of being able to handle whatever is thrown at you.
Mrs. Roosevelt’s grandmother was stern in teaching her, which helped her get through some of her challenges when her family became sick. Her small emergencies had taught her confidence for the larger emergencies. Her fear of catching the flu was overcome as she nursed five members of her family back to health. “A great deal of fear is a result of just “not knowing.”” (Roosevelt 62)

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There are several things that one must face before becoming a public servant. The reasoning is to support yourself and your family and having a desire to accomplish something. “So the men on whose shoulders we place the heavy burden of running a great government, of keeping it economically sound” (Roosevelt 291)
Mrs. Roosevelt’s husband had to understand the people of the area, needs, and desire and be able to fulfill their desires to make them merry. He had inspired her how to a good public servant, to make the people happy and to keep yourself intact.
Courage is more exhilarating than fear and in the long run, it is easier. We do not have to become heroes overnight. Just a step at a time, meeting each new thing that comes up, seeing it is not as dreadful as it appeared, discovering we have the strength to stare it down. Eleanor Roosevelt, one of the world's best loved and most admired public figures, offers a wise and intimate guide on how to overcome fears, embrace challenges as opportunities, and cultivate civic pride: You Learn by