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How To Quiet Fearful Thoughts
Silence the Storm: Mastering the Art of Quieting Fearful Thoughts
Picture this. You sit down to relax after a long day at work. Suddenly, when the day's activity has slowed, it seems your mind has received a signal to start the race. Racing thoughts of a fearful nature plague many people. Our current society moves at a fast pace. Multi-tasking is the default setting for most adults. Work, family, and personal obligations combined with a constant connectedness due to our technological conveniences.
Fearful thoughts can distract, decrease productivity and peace of mind, and increase anxiety. Fear can be paralyzing and stop you from achieving all that you want and should in life. Many people not diagnosed with an anxiety disorder suffer from fearful thoughts. It’s a common experience. There are many techniques to quiet these thoughts and get your peace back.
Reality Check
When dealing with fearful thoughts, a significant first step is to name the fear. Ask yourself if what you are afraid of is real. Be honest with yourself. Consider why you might have this particular fear and what it may mean.
Determining if you are coming from a place of emotion vs. a place of logic in your thought process can take you far in the journey to quiet, troubling…
