I listened to this audio book CD while driving in my vehicle. The author talks about how people are not born with worries and anxieties, but rather that those are acquired over time. Finley urges readers and listeners to return to what he calls the "fearless and original self". There is a colorful analogy given with eagles and crows and an owl. The crows convince the eagles that they are not skilled fliers. The eagles can't fly because they are convinced they need special goggles, helmets, bags, jackets, and other gear that weight them down. The owl asks the eagles if they were born with such contraptions and tries to make the eagles "snap out of it". The eagles eventually realize they are limiting their true potentials by carrying around baggage from other creatures (in this case, the crows). It can be hard to see how one is not courageous, but using a story to relate to is much easier. This was quick with only 2 CD discs and I really enjoyed listening to Finley. I found this audio book to be most uplifting and encouraging. Don't let anything hold you back. Spread your wings and fly!
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