Tools to Overcome Your Fear and to Become Fierce
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Fear often shows up when you decide to be fierce. It’s that nagging voice in the back of your mind that makes you doubt yourself, worry you’ve made the wrong choice, and wonder if you shouldn’t turn back. This fear is holding you back from living your best life. Fortunately, you don’t have to live with it. There are tools that can help you overcome it.
Here are just a few…
Create a Strong Support Network
Surround yourself with other fierce women. That’s what Dorothy did when she decided to change careers in her mid-fifties. She became friends with many of the women in her local swimming club. Every Sunday, she has brunch with the women she now calls her “dream team”. They support each other through the ups and downs of marriages, careers, and more.
The more you’re surrounded by brave action, the more likely you will be able to step past the fear. Knowing that you have a network of women who will always have your back can motivate you to try new and exciting things.
Find the Root of the Problem
What’s really making you feel funky? Are you worried about starting your own business? Or are you simply worried that your spouse won’t be supportive? Are you fretting over publishing your memoir? Or are you nervous over what your mom will think about it?
Sometimes we fear other people’s reactions more than we actually fear doing something. The activity is easy. Dealing with the fallout can feel much harder.
Ask: “So What?”
When Jenny wanted to start a business flipping houses, her stepfather fretted that she would lose everything she owned and end up homeless. He kept bringing up the issue and eventually, Jenny got bent out of shape with his constant reminders.
A kind friend asked, “So what?” She pointed out to Jenny that she’d already been homeless once before and survived. “Even if you fail,” Her friend said, “It’s not the end of the world. It’s just one more step in your journey.”
When you’re worried about what could go wrong on your next adventure, take a moment to think through the consequences. Are they really that bad? Or do they merely seem that way at first glance?
Embrace Prayer
Some people find that leaning into prayer can help them deal with their fears. You can do this by repeating beloved Bible verses, asking God for peace, or listening to worship music.
One reason that prayer can be effective is that it reminds us that we’re not in control. When you view yourself as part of a bigger picture, then issues like failing an assignment or getting rejected on a dating app don’t overwhelm you in the same way.
Try Meditation
Betty is a public speaker. When she worries about sharing her message in front of a new crowd, she meditates. She imagines the event and focuses on all the ways it can go right. This positivity helps her disconnect from her fear.
There are plenty of guided meditations on YouTube. Some meditations encourage listeners to think of walking through a forest, a winter snowstorm, or relaxing on the beach. These recordings can be relaxing and help you release any anxiety or fear you’re carrying.
Overcoming fear isn’t a one-time task. Fear will always rise challenge you, no matter what you’re doing. The goal isn’t to get rid of fear. It’s to embrace fear, thank it for what it’s teaching you, and live your life.
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Check out the other three posts in this series: Post 1, Post 2, and Post 3.
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One Comment
Greg Hiller
I have found meditation and prayer have been helpful recently but recovery takes a while. Thanks for a great blog