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Successful people are often praised for being "fearless" in the pursuit of their goals. However, living a fearless life does not mean living in the absence of fear. Instead, it means taking risks and dreaming big, even in the face of things that may make you uncomfortable. On top of that, fear can often be useful as a teaching tool, or warning sign. By identifying and separating productive and unproductive forms of fear, it will be much easier to grow and become the best version of yourself.
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QuestionIs it good to be fearless?Annie Lin, MBAAnnie Lin is the founder of New York Life Coaching, a life and career coaching service based in Manhattan. Her holistic approach, combining elements from both Eastern and Western wisdom traditions, has made her a highly sought-after personal coach. Annie’s work has been featured in Elle Magazine, NBC News, New York Magazine, and BBC World News. She holds an MBA degree from Oxford Brookes University. Annie is also the founder of the New York Life Coaching Institute which offers a comprehensive life coach certification program.
Life & Career CoachIt's good to recognize your emotions, but the goal isn't to completely ignore any fear you feel. If you are open and acknowledge all of your emotions, you'll be more likely to make good decisions. -
QuestionHow can I overcome the fear of fire?Tasha Rube, LMSWTasha Rube is a Licensed Social Worker based in Kansas City, Kansas. Tasha is affiliated with the Dwight D. Eisenhower VA Medical Center in Leavenworth, Kansas. She received her Masters of Social Work (MSW) from the University of Missouri in 2014.
Licensed Master Social WorkerSpeak to a counselor or therapist, and work to identify where the fear stems from. Work with your counselor or therapist to develop healthy coping techniques to help you overcome your fear. -
QuestionHow can I overcome the fear of being locked somewhere?Tasha Rube, LMSWTasha Rube is a Licensed Social Worker based in Kansas City, Kansas. Tasha is affiliated with the Dwight D. Eisenhower VA Medical Center in Leavenworth, Kansas. She received her Masters of Social Work (MSW) from the University of Missouri in 2014.
Licensed Master Social WorkerSpeak to a therapist. With your therapist, try to talk about where you think this fear stems from.
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If you’re struggling with irrational fears and phobias to the point that it’s making it difficult to live your daily life, talk to a doctor or mental health professional. There are tons of therapeutic treatments out there that will help with this![12]Thanks
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- ↑ https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/smashing-the-brainblocks/201512/7-ways-fearless-people-conquer-fear
- ↑ Annie Lin, MBA. Life & Career Coach. Expert Interview. 25 November 2019.
- ↑ https://www.helpguide.org/articles/anxiety/phobias-and-irrational-fears.htm
- ↑ https://www.helpguide.org/articles/anxiety/phobias-and-irrational-fears.htm
- ↑ https://www.apa.org/ptsd-guideline/patients-and-families/exposure-therapy
- ↑ Annie Lin, MBA. Life & Career Coach. Expert Interview. 25 November 2019.
- ↑ https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/smashing-the-brainblocks/201512/7-ways-fearless-people-conquer-fear
- ↑ https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/smashing-the-brainblocks/201512/7-ways-fearless-people-conquer-fear
- ↑ https://ssir.org/articles/entry/its_time_to_be_fearless#
About This Article
Living a fearless life means taking risks and dreaming big. One of the first steps in living a fearless life is overcoming any fears by asking yourself what it is you’re afraid of. Be as specific as possible, so you can brainstorm practical solutions. Then, try facing your fear by taking small steps toward a larger goal. Keep yourself motivated by celebrating small victories or surrounding yourself with a community of people who are seeking a similar goal. If you have a misstep or failure along the way, embrace it as a learning experience and keep going. By cultivating this type of positive mindset, you can live a more fearless life in general. To learn how to use role models to live a more fearless life, keep reading!
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