Fight against fear from "summary" of The Silver Eyes: An AFK Book (Five Nights at Freddy's #1) by Scott Cawthon,Kira Breed-Wrisley
Having courage and confronting fear can be difficult, but it is a necessary part of life. The protagonist learns to confront their fears and have the strength to fight them, overcoming the challenges they face.- In the face of fear, courage is your strongest weapon. Finding the strength to stay calm and make conscious decisions instead of rashly responding in knee-jerk fashion can help equip you for a stronger fight against your fears.
- Acknowledge your fear as something real, even if it may not physically exist. Recognize that the emotions and thoughts associated with fearful scenarios are valid and can be worked through as such.
- Analyze what triggers your fear and consider strategies to prepare yourself the next time or mitigate those triggers and bring about a sense of control.
- Take some time for yourself to understand why you're feeling scared. Dig deep into the context around those feelings and what external factors may have amplified them.
- Challenge negative self talk. Affirm your ability to cope by speaking positively and replacing unwanted thought patterns associated with fear with statements of self assurance.
- Prepare a strategy of action before a feared event happens. Use stress management techniques like breathing exercises and relaxation practices to remain composed when facing difficult situations.
- Reach out to supportive people for guidance and understanding. Talk to someone who believes in you and will validate your experiences so you don't feel alone.
- If all else fails, seek outside help from a professional counselor or support group to gain additional control over how fear affects you.
