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We face many situations and circumstances that give rise to fear. Can they be avoided? I don’t think so, but I am certain they can be managed.

Although fear has its purpose which is; allowing us approach life with caution in certain areas, it also keeps us from improving our lives.

The aim of the post is to suggest ways to face your fears.

In no particular order, here are ‘50 ways to face your fears’.

Stop running away and face your fears boldly.
Know your fears and find various ways of resolving them.
Study the pattern/Find out/ Trace when and how they occur.
Be open and honest about your fears.
Don’t ignore your fears.
Break them down into smaller units.
Be determined to find a resolution.
Avoid throwing a pity party or playing the victims mentality card.
Have a positive attitude to life.
Don’t give yourself such a bad time. Avoid being too hard on yourself.
Reduce the level of your anxieties and worrying
Stop living in self denial.
Be encouraged and learn to celebrate past victories
Have hope believing you would conquer difficult situations.
Embrace and accept change where necessary
Resist to the urge to turn to dangerous practices such as drug abuse, alcohol abuse in order to find a relief.
It’s difficult, but find a bit of humour when going through difficult times.
Accept that you must go through difficulties in life.
Build your level of self confidence.
Be daring, take some risks, make some bold moves.
Get some motivation in your life.
Monitor your blood pressure. You don’t want to have it flying through the roof.
Be moderately optimistic.
Act responsibly and be accountable to someone you hold in high regards
Be comfortable with yourself
Face your challenges full swing.
Create a positive environment around you.
Avoid several distractions.
Do not curl up into a shell withdrawn and irritable.
Have the attitude of a fighter.
When necessary seek professional help.
Do not become violent or act irrationally because you are trying to deal with your fears.
Build positive relationships with friends, families, colleagues.
Talk yourself into doing something constructive to take your mind off your fears.
Talk to people (friends, family, and colleagues) about it. They could share their views having gone through similar experiences.
Develop various coping strategies.
Endeavour to relax and get some rest. It recharges your energy levels.
Stay clear from negative talk, thoughts, people because this only makes you get worried.
Develop a spiritual life by praying, meditating, studying etc.
Empower yourself with various inspirational and motivational materials.
Be prepared so you are not caught unawares.
In instances were you have lost your job, re-assess what your skills are, don’t quit hunting for a job, be determined to succeed.
In broken relationships, realise that there are other good men or women out there better for you. Don’t descend to looking unattractive or be rough in appearance, should you be going through a divorce which is a painful experience, learn to love and take care of your children, support them & be there for them
Understand it can only get better when you take positive steps to resolving issues.
Reflect on your accomplishments and how they were achieved.
Stop feeling worthless; remember everyone has a value we just need to discover were our skills and talents lie.
Occupy yourself with things that bring out the best in you i.e. family, children, friends, travelling, reading etc
Understand the value, exercising patience contributes to one’s well being.
Take things easy. Learn to understand we are given one day at a time.
Learn to be appreciative/thankful of what you have, whatever good comes your way, people around you etc.

I look forward to your comments and suggestions.

Ayo Olaniyan is a certified Unitive Life Coach, an Accredited Professional Counsellor with the Counselling Society and the editor of The Life Skills Magazine. For further information, please complete this form.