Overcoming the Fears

It’s normal to have fears. We may experience fear when we ride a bike for the first time or when we start a new job. However, when fears begin to take over your life and affect your functioning, they become a problem. If your fears feel overwhelming, the distress from the fear can interfere with your ability to function. It is important to reflect on your fears and notice how much they affect your life.

It’s easy to ignore or deny your fears, even to yourself. But courage can’t come into play unless you have a fear to face down. By owning your feelings you’ve taken the first step toward gaining control over the situation