Common Fears

Common Fears by [Madisyn Taylor]( Our minds are powerful, and moving into fear is a common experience that we can each look at and change. Everyone has fears. It is a natural part of being human. Fear can protect us from harm by sending a rush of adrenaline to help us physically deal with potential danger. But there are times when fear may keep us from participating fully in life. Once we realize that fear is a state of mind, we can choose to face our fears, change our minds, and create the life we want to live. Our minds are powerful tools to be used by our higher selves; like computers, storing and using data to make certain connections between thought and response. We have the ability to observe these and choose differently. No matter where the fear came from, we can create new connections by choosing new thoughts. When our souls and minds are in alignment, we create a new experience of reality. This journey requires many small steps, as well as patience and courage through the process. Here's an example: You decide to overcome your fear of driving on the freeway. Your plan of action starts with examining your thoughts and finding a new way of seeing the situation. When you're ready, you enlist a calm companion to support you as you take the first step of merging into the slow lane and using the first exit. Your heart may be racing, but your confidence will be boosted by the accomplishment. Repeat this until you are comfortable, with or without help, and then drive one exit further. When you are ready, you can try driving in the middle lane, for longer periods each time, until you find yourself going where you want to go. This gradual process is similar for conquering any fear, but if you find it overwhelming, you can always seek the help of a professional. You may think that you are the only one with a particular fear, that nobody else could possibly be scared of ordinary things such as water, heights, public speaking, or flying. These types of fears are very common, and you can have great success overcoming them. Remember, it is not the absence of the fear but the courage to take action anyway that determines success. When we learn to face our fears, we learn to observe our thoughts and feelings but not be ruled by them. Instead we choose how to shape the lives we want. [PRINT]( [SAVE]( [DISCUSS]( --------------------------------------------------------------- DailyOM Course Spotlight [How to Catch a Liar]( by DailyOM Ever pause to consider why people feel the need to lie? Think about it for a minute. Is it because they fear the truth? Are they afraid to be authentic? Does being authentic make us feel too vulnerable...or unlovable? To live authentically is to be true to one's self, values, and soul--and it's synonymous with being genuine, real, and honest. It also means being courageously vulnerable--letting go of who you think you should be, and being open to embracing who you truly are. Get ready to take a deep and candid look at your relationships with this fascinating and highly insightful 10-day course. And prepare to shine a light on your own life to identify whether or not you're experiencing dishonesty. You'll learn to understand why and how we lie and self-deceive, how you can strengthen your natural gifts of lie detection, and you'll learn important strategies for compassionately dealing with dishonesty. This is an invitation to learn and grow, as well as create loving, trusting relationships. [Learn More]( --------------------------------------------------------------- Top 10 DailyOM Courses 1. [Beyond Fear: Winning the Battle With Anxiety]( 2. [Go Sleeveless in 14 Days]( 3. [21 Day Tabata Yoga Body Challenge]( 4. [Overcoming Body Stiffness]( 5. [How to Catch a Liar]( 6. [Dancer's Legs in 14 Days]( 7. [21 Day Yoga Shred For Men]( 8. [Fit and Fierce Over 40]( 9. [Tidy in Ten]( 10. [Be Free from Unhealthy Relationships]( > [More Courses]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [Home]( | [Inspiration]( | [Courses]( | [Horoscopes]( | [Gift Shop]() [Email Settings]( | [Unsubscribe]( | [Privacy Policy]( | [Help/FAQ]( © 2019 DailyOM - All Rights Reserved No portion of this site can be reprinted without express permission. Subscribed as {NAME}[at]gmail.com (1276706) [1]