How to deal with fear
Fear can creep up on you and sometimes it can pounce!
Rather than being paralyzed by fear, there are some simple things you can do to regain connection with your spirit and put your dreams in motion.
‘Crocodile’ collage by Laura Hollick. Created using the Bodymapping Soul Art technique.
5 Things you can do to deal with fear
1. Acceptance
I often hear people say they want to be fearless and completely release their fears. As much as I would like this myself I understand fear is part of the evolutionary path and here’s why…
Every time you feel the inspiration to go for your dreams you will be called to stretch into unknown territory, which creates a sense of possibility and elation in your spirit. At the same time your mind is designed to stop you from going into unknown territories because it is perceived as unsafe.
Fear is the mind’s programmed response to protect you. When you understand this you can accept fear as part of the evolutionary path.
2. Connect with your True Dream
It is essential to have a solid connection with your True Dream if you want to move through your fears. Take the time you need to connect with your spirit and discover what makes your heart sing.
3. Choose your Leader
On the evolutionary path you will be given ample opportunity to chose between fear and your dream. You are the only one who can choose what you want leading your life. Do you want fear and limiting beliefs to lead you? Or do you want your spirit to lead you? Choose your leader.
4. Fuel up!
Fear creates a lot of excess energy, if it isn’t utilized it gets trapped and stored in the body. In order to move through fear you need to do something with all the extra energy. Fuel up on the extra energy and use it to create your dreams.
5. Destination
With all the extra energy pick a destination that is worthy of your spirit and go!
*Want to totally transform fear in your life?
Check out ‘Transform your fears so you can be who you dream of being’
In this Soul Art audio you’ll be guided through your own transformational journey so you can go beyond fear into your dreams!
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June 17th, 2010 at 7:00 pm
I have become such an admirer of your art work. Truly, it’s marvelous. Your creativity is SO strong! Love the collage, with peace coming right out of the gator’s maw.
Sue Painter
June 17th, 2010 at 7:10 pm
Laura,
Beautiful artwork and a powerful message. I love the idea of moving beyond fear with art… I need to find out more about your studio retreats.
Write on!~
Lisa
June 17th, 2010 at 9:49 pm
I love #4 Laura! Never looked at fear as the creator of a ‘good’ energy. Always tried to get rid of this ‘bad’ energy. Now, thanks to you, I can see it as just energy and I can channel it into something positive! Thanks Laura
Lynn
June 19th, 2010 at 9:59 pm
Beautiful collage…is step 6 relieving stress by creating a beautiful collage?!
Linda
June 20th, 2010 at 12:15 am
What a beautiful artwork! It really speaks. I love the way you describe fear as being an evolutionary way for us to stay safe -and to use the fear as energy. We really can disperse the chemistry of fear through action. Staying in fear can make us afraid of our fear as well as whatever is require to step into our dreams.
Thankyou -your creativity is such a gift to us all.
Pinky
June 20th, 2010 at 3:02 pm
Laura – I love the imagery in both your art and your words. I have a ring with a stone for courage, and a small pin with the word (Courage). Whenever I am going into a new situation, or just one where I am not totally comfortable, I wear one or the other. I use the energy of the fear to propel me forward. Thanks!
June 20th, 2010 at 5:25 pm
ALL of our emotions (including fear) are a part of our Divine Guidance system and SO VALUABLE to us. Thank you for sharing strategies to embrace and use fear in a positive way. XO, Katherine.
Life Blossoming Systems
June 21st, 2010 at 12:10 pm
Beautiful artwork Laura. I felt the fear emotion just looking at it. I loved the idea of using our fear and converting it into positive energy. Such a valuable lesson.
thanks,
Debbie
June 21st, 2010 at 7:09 pm
Laura – This is a really interesting take on fear. I really like the acceptance and choose your leader ideas. Thanks!
Phil
June 22nd, 2010 at 8:12 pm
Laura,
You expand my mind in another direction whenever I read your blog.
Thank you, Mitch