In Order Not To Be Tense And Still Be Able To Activities, Follow 5 Ways To Manage Fear Wisely

Illustration of how to manage fear wisely (Freepic)

YOGYAKARTA - Suggestions for 'don't be afraid' often sound good, but it's difficult to do. In fact, fear is a natural emotion that actually has an important function. The key is not to completely eliminate fear, but to learn to manage it wisely so that you can still carry out your activities well even if you are feeling anxious or uncomfortable. Here's how to manage fear wisely.

The first step in managing fear, recognizing this fear is really present naturally because of the dangers in front of your eyes or just because you experience an event that makes you uncomfortable. That way, the brain can send a safe signal to the body. For example, when turbulence on the plane, even though it's tense, in fact you are not in danger. Identifying this can help the body relax more.

Trying to resist or control fear often makes it stronger. On the other hand, accepting his presence as part of human experience makes that emotion subside faster. When fear arises, let it exist, then slowly turn attention to other more useful things.

Instead of continuing to think about fear, direct your energy to activities that are being undertaken. For example, by filling in time listening to music, reading, or working on small puzzles. Although fear has not disappeared, it still serves as a sign of real courage.

When anxious, it's easy to jump into a 'how if' is scary. When that happens, immediately draw attention back to the real conditions around you. For example, pay attention to those around you who look calm, or signs that the situation is actually safe. This step helps reduce panic.

Managing fear is a skill that needs to be trained continuously, according to Joanna Hardis, LISW-S. reported by Psychology Today, Sunday, September 7. His advice, whenever fear arises, do the previous steps by identifying the situation and placing the response appropriately, thank fear, transfer, realize, and repeat. Over time, your ability to remain calm in discomfort will be even stronger.

It is important to experience, fear is a natural part of life, and managing it wisely is a sign of strength, not weakness. By recognizing the differences between discomfort and danger, accepting emotional presence, shifting focus, training awareness, and repeating it consistently, you can continue to live a life more calmly.