Yes. Expectations, wants, desires, wishes, and perceptions of reality, not matching up to the actual objective reality before us, creates depression and often fear. That's why it's important to align our perceptions with actual reality and not deny it. Attachment to out illusion, and denial of reality, is what creates our suffering. Attachment is the root of suffering, said Buddha ;)
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RE: Let's Talk: Fears (Part One)