OVERCOMING FEAR AND ANXIETY

What is Anxiety?

Anxiety is a phase that your physiological self enters that can affect an array of components associated with your wellbeing, including your emotions and behavior [1]. As a result, feelings get jumbled and we usually experience bouts of anger, fear, or intense worry. However, a moderate amount of anxiety is also considered a good thing, as the feeling can effectively prepare the body and mind to accurately respond to dangerous situations. Anxiety can also provide great motivation when it comes to getting work done or excelling on the homefront.
However, anxiety becomes a problem when a person begins to excessively dread the people, places, and routines they come in contact with on a daily basis. Sometimes it starts with something small, like riding an elevator to work, which can later turn into an irrational fear of the unknown every time you take a step outside of your house. Excessive worry can turn into an anxiety disorder, which becomes quite difficult to control and can last for long periods of time.

Irrational Fear: 

It kills your life, your joy, your soul

What happens with Irrational Fear is that a person feels afraid but there is no actual danger. They might feel that their reputation could be harmed but it actually won’t be. Or they may feel that there isn’t enough money but there actually is etc... 

Someone feeling Irrational Fear would be afraid even though there is no logical reason to be afraid there isn’t any actual danger.

Often a person experiencing Irrational Fear will mentally realize there’s no danger yet they’ll still feel afraid.  

For this reason Irrational Fear makes people act in the strangest ways, A person would remove themselves from a perfectly good relationship or not pursue a business or job opportunity. And worst of all a person would not take the risks required to achieve success and Greatness.

They just wouldn’t do the things they know they ought to do to succeed. They therefore remain bound and frustrated. They never experience the thrill and the wonder of life to it’s fullest. Irrational Fear is truly the greatest thief ever as it steals the passion vitality and 'life‘ out of life.

When Fears Become Phobias: Naturally Helping Irrational Fear, Anxiety

 A phobia is a fear that is so intense it causes a person to quit functioning rationally and normally. There is a big difference between a normal fear and a phobia.

When someone is simply afraid of something there is a good chance that that something could actually cause them physical or mental harm.
Phobias are different because the fear that is experienced is not rational and could not normally cause the person any type of harm.
Let’s say that someone has a phobia about mice. In reality, the mice cannot actually harm us; but to someone with a phobia the mouse might pose a life and death danger, which is imagined.
If you consider your fear to have reached proportions that are irregular then it would be wise to visit a psychologist. They will ask many questions about how you feel when you are afraid and how it affects your life. Try and keep a journal recording these types of things so that when your doctor asks you do not have to rely on your memory for information.
Commonly, phobias appear alongside other psychological disorders like anxiety or depression. Abuse of alcohol or drugs can also contribute to the problem. The doctor will want to make sure that none of these other problems are contributing to your phobia.
Phobias do not typically appear for no reason. There are several things that can lead to them. The first, and most common, is experiencing a traumatic experience first hand. An example of a direct experience would be a child nearly drowning and developing a phobia of water.
The second type of trigger is a false alarm. A person might experience a panic attack during a social gathering and begin to relate it to the situation.
Observing others has also been known to cause people to develop phobias. A good example of this would be a young one hearing screams from a peer in a dentist chair and then becoming utterly afraid themselves.
The last reason that people develop phobias is word of mouth. This is really easy for parents to do to children because their minds are so malleable. A parent telling their child about how dangerous and scary spiders are can develop an irrational, lifelong fear of them. So, make sure you are careful about what you tell your child!

Negative Effects of Anxiety

Chronic stress and anxiety is never a good thing. Not only does your capacity to enjoy all of the beautiful things in life diminish, but you are usually unable to achieve goals that you have set for yourself or maintain a healthy relationship with family and friends. Your emotional wellbeing comes under attack when anxiety takes over your daily routine.
The risk for heart disease and stroke also rises, as the heart and circulatory system are greatly affected by physiological stress with artery restriction and an increased heart rate. Some people attempt to cope with their anxiety by modifying their diet. This physical response can lead to eating disorders, such as binge eating, bulimia, and anorexia. Sleeping difficulties may additionally impair your performance at school or work, influence your social skills, as well as place you at a higher risk for suffering a car accident.

Fortunately there is a simple and highly effective remedy to this problem...

This remedy will:

Set you free to Live and Breath
And Run and Dance, to the Sky
To be Free at Last
To Live and BE
And your "True" Self Begin

So what's the remedy?

 Before seeking the medical assistance of a doctor, some bouts of anxiety are treatable at home with remedies including the following:

a) Teas:

For centuries, tea has been used to treat and cure a variety of medical mishaps, including anxious behavior and stress. A variety of choices containing components that aid in the reduction of tension and calm the mind, body, and soul include chamomile, cloves, lavender, orange blossoms, and thyme.

b) Aromatherapy:

Enter a therapeutic wonderland when you use aromatic essential oils (courtesy of hundreds of different plants, herbs, and flowers) that encourage physical and psychological wellness.

c) Childhood Flashbacks:

Some individuals have been able to overcome bouts of anxiety by transporting back to a time where things were much simpler. Dig deep into your repertoire of happy childhood memories to uncover Grandma’s freshly baked chocolate chip cookies or the scent of your favorite meal in the summertime. The nose is a powerful tool that can help lessen your fears and create a more relaxed sense of self. It can also stop a panic attack in its tracks. The Smell and Taste Treatment and Research Foundation in Chicago suggest using baby powder, an odor that seems to strike a chord with many.

d) Exercise:

Staying active is a great way to combat the symptoms of anxiety, as many people experience a rush of adrenaline that only creates damage when left stagnant. Burn off that extra adrenaline by embracing the benefits of exercise. Do a couple of jumping jacks, walk around the backyard, climb up and down the stairs, or hit a piece of home exercise equipment (like a treadmill or elliptical).

e) Deep Breathing:

Many people are able to calm down their anxiety when after learning certain breathing techniques. Deep diaphragmatic breathing is best accomplished when you keep your chest and shoulders in position while slowly expanding and contracting your stomach region.

f) Caffeine:

Anxiety and caffeine usually don’t mix, so to avoid common symptoms – you may want to limit your intake of caffeine by weaning off of the coffee, tea, chocolate, and Coca Cola.

g) Vitamin Supplements:

Boost your intake of vitamins by reaching for the following supplements: calcium, magnesium, and B-complex.

h) Avoid Refined Sugars and Carbs:

When it comes to your diet, choose foods that are low in sugar and contain a healthy dose of whole grains.

i) Artificial Sweeteners:

If you are prone to anxiety attacks, it is suggested to lessen your use of artificial sweeteners, such as Splenda, Nutrisweet, and Equal.

j) Hydrotherapy:

Also known as water therapy, this technique uses water (whether it is cold, hot, steamy, or icy) to relieve some of the discomfort that anxiety can bring.

k) Warm Bath:

Try sinking into a relaxing bath while listening to the soothing sounds of a musical artist that never fails to brighten your spirits.

l) Read a Book:

Plunge deep into your favorite novel or scan the pages of a colorful coffee table book to relieve some of the tension-filled symptoms associated with anxiety.

m) Dial C for ‘Comfort’:

Pick up the telephone and give your parents, sister, brother, or best friend a call when you feel the pressures of anxiety closing in.