Dealing With the Ultimate Foe, Fear

Few things in life can cause paralysis quicker than a feeling of fear. I have found myself stuck in place simply because of fear. That’s not a straightforward statement to write or to admit. The mere acknowledgment that fear, at times can be controlling, may be seen as a sign of weakness. The truth is, none of us are immune to fear every minute of our life. I’ve come to realize that it isn’t merely strengthening our resolve that creates success but instead, dealing with our fear that also ensures our future life’s goals. When confronted with an enemy, a great way to deal with it is to find its methodology, be ready for the attack, and understand to counter the strike.

Fear of Danger

Dangerous situations are tricky opponents. Sometimes, you are in real danger. If that’s the case, relying on your intuition is your best bet. The firefighter that is fighting a fire in an apartment notices that the floor is hot, the room is too quiet, and the water has no effect. They evacuate the building just in time to save the entire squad. When in danger, the brain adds cues together far faster subconsciously than we could process in a normal situation. The counter to this fear is simple, follow your intuition on whether fight or flight is the best path.

Fear of the Past