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- Ten Steps to Overcome the Fear of Change - by Submitted on May 08, 2009 from Craig NathansonStep One: Envision what you want Making change especially when it comes to your work the fear of change tends to stop us in our tracks. We worry what will happen if we make a mistake or do the wrong thing. It can be the result of not having a clear vision of the desired state. Be clear about ...
Views: 4373 - Transforming Fear with Love - by Submitted on May 06, 2009 from Jaclyn Beckerman“Darkness is merely the absence of light, and fear is merely the absence of love. We can’t get rid of darkness by hitting it with a baseball hat, because there is nothing to hit. If we want to be rid of darkness, we must turn on a light. Similarly, if we want to be rid of fear, we cannot fight ...
Views: 965(1 vote) - Fear No More - by Submitted on May 04, 2009 from Kristen BakerYour body is trembling, your heart is racing, and sweat is rolling down your brow. Trying to take that first step in the world of the unknown. The what if thinking scenario has you spiraling with the ever so unpleasant sensations, will they ever stop? After 9/11, you became housebound, ...
Views: 1914(2 votes) - Neutralizing Your Two Major Fears - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2009 from John AOVThe Greatest Obstacle to Success The fear of failure is the single greatest obstacle to success in adult life. Taken to its extreme, we become totally pre-occupied with not making a mistake, with seeking approval for security above all other considerations. The experience of the fear of failure ...
Views: 985 - Neutralizing Worry Situations - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2009 from John AOVYour job is to organize your life and work so as to minimize surprises and problems. However, this is not always possible, in spite of your best efforts. Use the Worry Buster If you are already facing a fear- or worry-inducing situation, here are the four steps of what we refer to as the ...
Views: 1162 - Overcoming Fear - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2009 from Linda BinnsWhat are you afraid of? We all have fears of some kind, whether it’s fear of public speaking, heights, change, failure or success, there’s usually something that we’re afraid of. Sometimes we know what it is, but sometimes it’s buried deep within. This fear can be sabotaging us and holding us ...
Views: 1799 - Swine Flu: Remaining Calm in Cases of Potential Mass Panic - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2009 from Isabel KirkLike any other threat to the basic need of survival, the recent Swine flue alert is causing fear in people. While a reasonable fear of death is a normal human reaction to a threat, excessive worrying and paranoia are not. The Swine flu alert can understandably trigger a sudden loss of security ...
Views: 1425 - Afraid? Overcome Your Fear - Self-Esteem Booster - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2009 from Sandra GravesAfraid? Being afraid is normal, and if you are human just as I am then you feel fear from time to time. Feeling fear is not always a bad thing since fear can be healthy or unhealthy. A healthy fear is an emotion that warns us about upcoming dangers, preventing us from making mistakes. A healthy ...
Views: 2904(3 votes) - Living in the Sweet Spot: Principles of Relaxation for the Layman and Performer - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2009 from Lese DuntonNovember 17 is acting teacher Lee Strasberg's birthday and each year on this day I reflect on the period of time when I taught at his school. I remember being quite the anarchist, suggesting to my students that it really didn't matter whether they used the "Strasberg" technique or a "rival" ...
Views: 3011 - Curiosity Transforms Fear - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2009 from Wendy McDonnell"We cannot solve our problems with the same thinking we used when we created them." Albert Einstein Watch a child examine a bug for the first time. What do you see? Wide eyes looking closely, touching, tasting, and asking “what’s that?” or “what does it do?” Curiosity is an emotion growing ...
Views: 1376(1 vote) - Actors and Anxiety: Overcome Stage Fright to Be More Powerful - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2009 from Douglas EbyEven if you are an experienced actor or other performer, you may still experience stage fright or insecurity. But there are effective ways to deal with anxiety so you can work with more power and creative satisfaction. The list of people who experience stage fright includes Kim Basinger; Barbra ...
Views: 4518 - Causes of Fear: Perfectionism - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2009 from Marvin BroughtonPerfectionism, in psychology, is a belief that perfection can and should be attained. In its pathological form, perfectionism is a belief that work or output that is anything less than perfect is unacceptable. Hamachek (cited by Parker & Adkins 1994) describes two types of perfectionism. ...
Views: 5003 - Three Rules for Developing Courage - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2009 from John AOVThe step-by-step development of courage in yourself is the first responsibility of leadership. The step-by-step development of courage in yourself is the first responsibility of leadership. The second responsibility is to develop and instill courage in others, your staff, your children, your ...
Views: 1648 - A Special Kind of Courage - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2009 from John AOVThere are several different aspects of courage. Perhaps the most important is the courage to endure, to persist, to “hang in there” in the face of doubt, uncertainty and criticism from others. There are several different aspects of courage. Perhaps the most important is the courage to endure, ...
Views: 825 - 7 Tips to Break Free from Fear & Promote Inner Peace - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2009 from Kay ProudfootWith the ever-increasing pace of life and the demands placed upon us, we are experiencing more and more prolonged periods of stress, which can lead to burn out and more serious illnesses if not dealt with. Fear/anxiety related illnesses such as cancer, heart disease, diabetes, chronic fatigue, ...
Views: 4479(1 vote) - The Causeway Catastrophe - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2009 from Bill KingOne of my first memories of fearing bridges was shortly after I started driving. Crossing bridges in a car was not too bad as long as I was riding, but when I started driving, my fear of bridges started to get a lot worse. Eventually, I could manage the smaller bridges but would avoid the ...
Views: 3291 - Reclaiming Your Creative Courage - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2009 from Gail McMeekinAre you haunted by unfinished creative projects or dreams? Make a list of the major ones. Are you still interested in pursuing one or more of them? Note which projects/pathways, if any, are still compelling to you. Creativity is about magnetism and commitment. If you are not going to move ahead ...
Views: 1572 - Are Divided Loyalties Making You Sick? - by Submitted on May 27, 2010 from Dr. Jeanette RaymondMaggie feels caught in the middle The cliques and gossip in the office made Maggie nervous. She wanted to stay on the right side of management and not make any waves. She liked the manager at the Spa, who supported her efforts to bring in new clients. He was appreciative of her willingness to ...
Views: 1753 - Butterfly Wings and Wood Nymphs…Hello Freedom! - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2009 from Rita FarinYears ago, when I was leaving a full-time corporate job for the second time in my life to pursue unknown endeavors, a colleague gave me an inspiration stone with the word FREEDOM engraved on it. Even though I thought I knew what it meant at the time, today I have developed a very intimate ...
Views: 2368 - Expose your belly even if, even when… - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2009 from Rita FarinI find those little dogs with the loud barks to be really funny. Every time I see one, I’m tempted to say, “Dude, the bark isn’t working for you. You’re still little.” So of course I loved the story that Rama Berch, founder of Svaroopa yoga, told a room full of yogis one weekend. Whenever her ...
Views: 1373(1 vote) - Conscious Fear - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2009 from Kimberly Ann CootsThere are times throughout our life journey that we experience fear. We have a choice to look at fear through the lenses of our ego or our spirit. The ego will define fear as a threat. The spirit will welcome fear as an opportunity. Fears that no longer serve our higher purpose may begin ...
Views: 1204 - *** Fear Success? Top 5 Indicators - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2013 from Valery Satterwhite"Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness, that most frightens us." - Marianne Williamson It's strange to think that fear of succeeding could be such a big issue and do much damage. I've found it ...
Views: 912 - This is Your Brain on Fear - by Submitted on Apr 14, 2009 from Kathy WilsonThis article is excerpted from the brand new online workshop for my book, An Inner Journey: Living Your Life Purpose. Enjoy! This Is Your Brain on Fear There is a part of your brain that exists solely for your physical survival. It's called the "reptilian" brain because it's been with us for ...
Views: 6400(2 votes) - Hypnotists Soothe Today’s Stress of Flying - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2009 from Hollywood Hypnotist Kevin StoneRemember when air travel was actually fun and exciting and you looked forward to the adventure? Remember when blankets and pillows were free, and having to pay extra for excessive luggage weight was unconscionable? Rising fuel costs and profit margin pressures have changed everything. The ...
Views: 916 - How to Overcome Financial Stress and Fears - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2009 from Patrice EvansThe greatest fear that is affecting us right now is our financial situation. The stress of our dwindling retirement accounts, fear of losing our jobs and houses is consuming our nation. So many of us are terrified, extremely stressed and unsure of what is going to happen to us. Watching the ...
Views: 2531(1 vote) - Healing Panic Attacks Naturally - by Submitted on Apr 07, 2009 from Laura WhitelawIf you've ever experienced a panic attack, you know how terrifying they can be. Your breathing becomes restricted, your mind races, fear wells up seemingly out of nowhere and you begin to think that you'll completely lose control. You may also experience, sweating, shakiness, an inability to ...
Views: 1728(1 vote) - Clearing Phobias with EFT - and Persistence! - by Submitted on Apr 03, 2009 from Linda AndersonA recent post on the Emofree site on a height phobia that wouldn’t move until a ‘seemingly unrelated issue’ was cleared reminded me of my very first experience of using EFT with a volunteer during my training in 2005. Looking over my notes and with the benefit of 4 more years’ experience using ...
Views: 2144 - Boy's Fear of Opening Healed Hand Cleared with EFT - by Submitted on Mar 24, 2009 from Elaine NitzA little boy named John (not his real name) who was 4 years old was staying with my sister for a while. He loved to play any kind of ball, and one day he sprained his hand while he was playing catch. It was a pretty severe sprain, and it was painful for him to open the hand, especially after he ...
Views: 1522(2 votes) - Leadership 9: Who You Are and What You Can Become. - by Submitted on Jan 25, 2020 from Ian GlickmanProfessor Marie McIntyre of Georgia’s Institute of Government has researched the relationship between managers and personality. Her findings confirmed my own experiences as a psychologist and a consultant, and probably will confirm yours as well. Managerial types are more analytical then ...
Views: 905 - Driving Anxiety and How to Overcome Your Fear of Driving - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2009 from Charlotte WilsonAnxiety and Panic Attack issues show themselves in many manors across all populations. For you to be reading this article you obviously are one of the unfortunate small number who suffer anxiety or panic attacks and fear of driving whilst behind the steering wheel or are seeking information for ...
Views: 1621 - Fearless Flying - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2009 from Judith AlbrightAre you a fearful flyer? Does your heart race or your palms sweat at the mere thought of getting in a large metal tube that weighs as much as 395,000 lbs. at takeoff, is 159 feet long (more than half the length of a football field), and somehow manages to stay in the air 35,000 feet above the ...
Views: 2002 - Hello March, Goodbye Fear - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2009 from Mary Jane Hurley BrantFear is big these days and, like wildfire, it spreads easily and quickly. Fear is a primal emotion; it triggers our reptilian (more primitive) brain to fight or flee. When the reptilian brain is engaged it overrides rationality. Therefore, whatever our fear is about - our safety, our ...
Views: 1204(3 votes) - The Real Reason You Have Fear - by Submitted on Mar 10, 2009 from Baeth DavisI've been thinking about this question a lot lately: "What's the REAL reason we have fear?" Why? Because I've been having more fear than usual. Why? I'm doing things that are new in my business and thus, I'm in unfamiliar territory. You've probably heard these explanations for the root of your ...
Views: 1283 - Full Moon March 10, 2008 - Time to Let Go - by Submitted on Mar 09, 2009 from Linda BackesThe full moon energy is all about releasing that which you no longer want in your life. During this tremendous time of upheaval for many - especially in the areas of finance and relationships, this is an opportune time to let go of FEAR. We now know scientifically how the Universe works in ...
Views: 1488 - Why Do People Who Are Unemployed Procrastinate? - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2009 from Valerie OliverProcrastination can be a major issue challenging people who are need employment. You've been searching for a job for months, maybe even a few years now. You're in this situation because you: were laid off from work because your company experienced downsizing, merged with another company or was ...
Views: 2286 - \What's the Worst That Could Happen? - by Submitted on Mar 03, 2009 from Teresa GeorgeDoes fear stop you doing what you truly want to? Illegal, immoral or anti-social behaviour is never acceptable, but aside from this even today there is still a perception of what is accepted conventional behaviour. This code of conventional behaviour – never stepping outside the ‘norm’ – is ...
Views: 946 - Clearing Phobias with EFT - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2009 from Linda AndersonA recent post on the official EFT website about a height phobia that wouldn’t budge until a ‘seemingly unrelated issue’ was cleared reminded me of my very first experience of using EFT with a volunteer during my training in 2005. Looking over my notes and with the benefit of 4 more years’ ...
Views: 4064 - Hello March - Goodbye Fear - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2009 from Mary Jane Hurley BrantFear is big these days and, like wildfire, it spreads easily and quickly. Fear is a primal emotion; it triggers our reptilian (more primitive) brain to fight or flee. When the reptilian brain is engaged it overrides rationality. Therefore, whatever our fear is about - our safety, our ...
Views: 1174(3 votes) - The Key to Staying Sane in Troubled Times: Managing Fear - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2009 from Rose DiamondFear is one of the most difficult emotions to manage. But if we don’t learn how to manage our own fear and help those around us to manage theirs, we are going to turn crisis into disaster. As a former psychotherapist I have spent many years witnessing people’s reactions to their own fear (and ...
Views: 1892(2 votes) - Is Fear Running Your Life? How to Find Your Courage Amidst Adversity - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2009 from Margie WarrellTerrorism, recession, identity theft, melting ice caps, corporate downsizing, and various predators. Every day headlines bombard us with reasons why we should hunker down, play safe, avoid risk and settle for less than what we want out of life. This is why every day we need to be vigilant of ...
Views: 1416 - Focused Breathing Tips for Reducing Anxiety - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2009 from Nick LazarisBreath is the single most powerful tool for anxiety reduction. Proper focused breathing techniques will allow you to feel better and reduce the stress that leads to anxiety before it grabs a hold of you. Good breathing should be practiced throughout the day if you want to feel your best and ...
Views: 3831 - Managing FEAR in the Moment - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2009 from Transform, Inc.Who isn't having a few fears running through them these days? We are surrounded by the news about our faltering economy, Wall Street, bank crisis and so much more, so we are wondering how are you doing? Fear is a normal human response yet it is also a conditioned response that runs on ...
Views: 1611 - A Healer's Journey Through Fear - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2009 from Janice GibsonI awoke again this morning with the unwelcome presence of fear gripping my soul in an all-too-familiar death grip. I always know when my fear shows up on the scene by the way my third chakra is calling my attention, in this case... screaming! (In Sanskrit, a chakra is defined as a spinning ...
Views: 1359 - Conquer Your Fear - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2009 from James LeGrandThere are a lot of frightened people out there. We tend to allow our minds to go to the worse case scenario, and then come up with new ways things could get worse. This state of mind only makes our fears appear more real and present. These fear-based images and self talk can be so powerful ...
Views: 1310 - So You Don't Believe In Hypnosis! - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2009 from Alicia RoccoI have been a Natural Health Practitioner for over 40 years. During this time, I have utilized a number of protocols for healing--one being hypnosis. I have decided to share this case with you because I feel it could be of help for that client who says “I don’t believe in hypnosis!” Alice (not ...
Views: 1009 - Information Conquers Fear! (Part 2) - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2009 from Shannon PanzoIn a World Gone Nuts! Fear-Mongers Caught in the Backlash! Good Lessons in Observation Strangeness is a state of life. You are strange to everyone around you because you are not them they are not you. You are individual with individual thoughts. You may think about things the same way, but ...
Views: 1190 - The Sears Tower of Terror - by Submitted on Feb 10, 2009 from Bill KingOne of my toughest fears to conquer was the fear of heights. For as long as I can remember, I have been petrified when I was in high places. It did not matter if I was on a ladder, a rooftop, or even inside a tall building. Yes, I said that, even INSIDE a tall building! For more years than ...
Views: 2085 - How to Overcome Fear - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2009 from Jon SimHow can you overcome fear, to overcoming fear and become fearless? Well, let us begin by going through this simple exercise. Now, name me the most scariest ghost movie you have watched; the one that has greatly frightened you, haunting you with scary images and imagination after watching it. ...
Views: 1667 - Saying "YES!" More: 10 Questions to Ask Yourself - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2011 from Christine-Anne PlatelJim Carrey's movie "Yes Man" is based on the year-long adventures of a bored British Radio Producer and Comedian called Danny Wallace. A chance meeting with a stranger who advised him to "SAY YES MORE" turned Danny's life around. I first heard about Danny and his book "Yes Man" on an NPR ...
Views: 1408 - The Secret to Letting Go of Every Fear - by Submitted on Jan 27, 2009 from Brian NicolettiAre you afraid of some condition in your life? Here’s a life-transforming secret: that seemingly scary condition, whatever it may be, is not the problem. It is your reaction that is fearful. This is why if you will become conscious of your condition instead of afraid of it, you will change ...
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