Types of fears and how to overcome them

Found this article online and wanted to share it with you. It is about fear and overcoming fear.

Everyone has fears; however, the main area to focus on is to first decide which type of fear you have and then to take unhealthy fears and turn them into healthy fears, fears we can do something about. Fears we can do something about can be used to develop a safe place and to eventually overcome what is inevitable such as sickness and death.

There are many types of fear, death, rejection, being trapped and wanting to be free of fear. One of the first steps in getting rid of fear is to seek help from a “higher power.” Praying can be an effective way to seek guidance on how to deal with fear.

Another way is to imagine the worst-case scenario. In other words, let the worst thing that comes to you mind about your fear play out. In other words, think about what would be the worst thing that could happen to you, concerning a specific fear.

For example, if you fear conflict, picture yourself trying very hard to assert your feelings and then crying. Keep this conflict in your mind’s eye; keep it going until you feel safe. No matter what you fear, keep going until the worst case scenario comes to an end and you feel safe. By doing this, you will feel prepared to handle the worst; however, the worst will probably never happen.

Another step is to find the will to overcome the fear. Sure, you will feel afraid, scared and frightened but you can go through the motions and still do what you fear. Then, when you see that you are actually doing it, you may begin to feel that you can overcome the fear.

Most importantly, be willing to go through the motions. As you confront your fear, you will begin to see that you can do it. Keeping a journal on how you’re doing is also an effective way to see how you are progressing with the fear. As the days go by, go back to your journal to see how you are doing. By writing down your feelings you will have a better insight on the fear and how it is lessening its grip on your everyday life.

To conclude, everyone has fears. However, the benefits of getting over your fears are enjoying a higher sense of self-confidence, possibly inspiring other to overcome their fears, feeling more excited about life

 

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