Face Your Fears

All of us have fears. No matter how big or small, it is certain that we are afraid of something.
 

Fear is always present – in our home, in our workplace, everywhere. It makes us nervous, worried, and frightened. It limits our ability to do something, and it confines us from things we want to have or achieve in life. It holds us back.

How many times have you avoided a great opportunity because you were afraid that you might just fail?

Or how many times have you ignored your feelings because you were afraid that you might just get hurt?

Fear can ruin your future. BUT only if you allow it to...

However, there are times that fear can be good to us. Sometimes, it serves as a protection for us. It functions as a warning signal. And it helps us make better decisions in life. But be reminded that there’s a difference between a “healthy fear” that warns us when something is wrong and an “unhealthy fear” that destroys our lives.

When you’re afraid to take risk, for instance, you’re too scared to talk in a meeting but you know that it’s one way for you to get a promotion, that’s an “unhealthy fear.” It freezes you from doing that something that will make your life better.

If you’re afraid then, it is important that you learn how to overcome it. You do not want to live a life full of regrets because you’re just too afraid to get out of your comfort zone. Below, I’ve listed some effective steps to conquer whatever that holds you back.

Overcome Your Fears

Change your way of thinking. One of the very first effective steps to overcome fear is to change what you think. Usually, it is our thinking that makes us scared. We are too negative that if we do this or that, we might become like this or that – like your boss might embarrass you if he didn’t like your presentation.

But think, is your boss that really kind of person? Has he already embarrassed a lot of employees just because they didn’t impress him? If the answer is “no”, then there’s nothing you should be scared of. If the answer is “yes”, then there’s still no harm in trying. You would never know until you try.

Learn some relaxation techniques. When we’re afraid, we almost feel and react in the same way – our palms sweat, our breath shortens, our body trembles, and our stomach churns. Panic or nervous attack can lead to some serious health issues, so it is important that you learn to calm your body when something around makes you panicked. Relaxing your body is also important in order for you to successfully face whatever it is that fears you.

There are many resources online that you can check if you lack information on this subject. It is better if you also seek for professional help to be properly monitored.

Face your fears. The most important step in overcoming fears is to face them. There’s no way you can beat something if you don’t battle with it face to face. It is not enough that you just avoid it because wherever you go, it will haunt you.

You should face whatever makes you scared. Start by the smallest fear. And note that it’s important to face it gradually. If you’re afraid of heights, you wouldn’t start climbing the highest skyscraper to conquer your fears – that might give you a sudden heart attack. You would, of course, start climbing the lowest floor first and stay there until your fear goes away.

If you do things the right way, you will be able to go further. You will no longer stay in your comfort zone and just accept anything that life throws. You will be able to have control in your life, and finally become the person whom you really wanted to be.

“Don't be afraid of your fears. They're not there to scare you. They're there to let you know that something is worth it.” – C. JoyBell C.

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