Teaching
Fear becomes less confusing when you remember what must not be abandoned, even under pressure.
Meaning
Many fears feel overwhelming because the mind keeps shifting between comfort and duty. Once values become clear, fear may still remain, but it stops ruling every decision.
Practical Application
When frightened about a decision, write down the value you must protect: truth, family responsibility, health, or dharma. Let that value guide the next step more than the passing emotion.
Source
Katha Upanishad, Themes of courage and discernment
Attributed to: Vedic Teaching