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Hello anon,

I’m sure by now as a university student you know how to do your research. If you are unsure of the validity or usefulness of the program itself, look into it. Ask others who have done it themselves, and if they enjoyed the program or not. It might take some footwork on your part, but if it will settle any uneasiness related to the programs quality, its well worth your time. 

As far as the being ‘terrified’ part goes...

Fear is a very restrictive emotional response. Oftentimes, it prevents spiritual growth, success, and alleviation from suffering in life. People are afraid to step outside of their comfort zone and throw themselves into the unknown. 

On the other hand, fear is also there to prevent us from harming ourselves, and to keep ourselves safe from danger. 

Oftentimes, people neglect to examine their fear response, and this can lead people to go against the grain of reality. For example, they may feel fearful even though there is no true threat, such as the experience of stage fright. Or they ignore their fear when they jump off a cliff, even though the water looks a little too shallow. 

I cannot tell you the right answer to this. You must analyze your fear. Meditate. You are experiencing this sense of fear for a reason. I suggest you start to question the foundations of this fear - find out where it is coming from, the root of it.

Is it a valid fear? Are you truly at a great risk for harm? Is this pattern of yours, to experience fear when seeing a new opportunity, or to meet new people? Are you truly fearful of the experience, or something else? 

You have alot of work to do. But if you ask yourself some questions, and you will find that you already have the answer. Listen to the quiet, calm voice of reason in your mind, and not the one that is shouting at you. 

Look within,

Natasha