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What does it mean?
It describes a slow creeping feeling of dread or fear running through the body.
In plain terms
Feeling a slow and creeping sense of fear.
What can you take from it?
Physical sensations often signal fear or anxiety.

Where it applies

  • facing danger
  • anticipating bad news

Putting it to work

  • notice your body language

Questions to consider

  • What physical signs show your fear?

Another view

It relies on a subjective physical metaphor.

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