Page 68 of the Big Book: 'Perhaps there is a better way—we think so. For we are now on a different basis; the basis of trusting and relying upon God. We trust infinite God rather than our finite selves. We are in the world to play the role He assigns. Just to the extent that we do as we think He would have us, and humbly rely on Him, does He enable us to match calamity with serenity. We never apologise to anyone for depending upon our Creator. We can laugh at those who think spirituality the way of weakness. Paradoxically, it is the way of strength. The verdict of the ages is that faith means courage. All men of faith have courage. They trust their God. We never apologise for God. Instead we let Him demonstrate, through us, what He can do. We ask Him to remove our fear and direct our attention to what He would have us be. At once, we commence to outgrow fear.'
The highlighted passages are the solution to fear. This is how to apply the solution:
Fear | What is my role? | What would God have me do? | What would God have me be? |
Example: Handling my elderly mother's finances | Example: Custodian of my mother's finances on behalf of God. | Example: Stay on top of the information Respond promptly to opportunities and threats Act strategically Pause before reacting Ask for help where necessary Consult where necessary Remain detached Don't panic Trust God Trust the others involved Remember that every problem has a solution Remember that God is in charge | Example: Balanced Patient Cheerful Relaxed |