IT’S JUST A BRIDGE 🌉I SAID, “THAT’S EASY FOR YOU TO SAY—YOU’RE NOT TERRIFIED OF HEIGHTS!” #comedy #embracevulnerability
Crossing bridges can be a daunting experience if you have a fear of heights. I vividly remember my own anxiety when I first had to cross a large suspension bridge, much like the Cincinnati Suspension Bridge built by John A. Roebling in 1867. The way the bridge sways and the height it reaches above the water triggered a mix of terror and fascination within me. What helped me most was acknowledging how normal it is to feel vulnerable and scared. Sharing my fear openly, much like in this post's #embracevulnerability hashtag, made me realize I wasn’t alone. It’s important to laugh at ourselves sometimes—with humor as #comedy—to take the edge off that fear. When I faced the bridge again, I took steady steps, focusing on each footfall rather than the vast space below. Imagining the engineering marvel and history behind the structure shifted my mindset from fear to admiration. That bridge, over 150 years old, represents human determination and strength. For anyone terrified of going across bridges, I recommend starting with smaller spans and gradually working your way up. Try not to avoid the fear but embrace it, transforming it into an empowering challenge. Whether it’s a bridge or any other fear, addressing it with courage, humor, and vulnerability makes the journey worthwhile.






























































