Who said "The fear that paralyzes us is often imaginary."?

This quote is attributed to William Astor.

The fear that paralyzes us is often imaginary. - William Astor

"The fear that paralyzes us is often imaginary."

William Astor Fear

Merchant & Real Estate American 1763–1848

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