There are times that we encounter fearful thoughts that can be difficult to manage. For some people, the more they try to get rid of the thoughts, the stronger the thoughts become and the more difficult they become to manage. As a result, here is a brief list of techniques that a person can use to help manage their fearful and obsessive thoughts and anxieties.
The first thing a person must do is not to dwell or focus on the fear provoking thought when it comes. The more a person tries to reason out the thought or focus on the fear behind the thought, the stronger the thought becomes. The next time you encounter an obsessive thought, get into the practice of not dwelling on it.
From my interviews with various psychologists, I was told that a person should visualize a red stop sign in their mind when they encounter a fear provoking thought. When the negative thought comes, a person should think of a red stop sign which serves as a reminder to stop focusing on that thought and to think of something else. A person can then try to think of something positive to replace the negative thought.
A person should keep a small notebook of positive statements that makes them feel good. Whenever they come across a positive and uplifting verse that makes them feel good, write it down in a small notebook. A person can then carry this notebook around in their pocket and whenever they feel anxious, they can read their notebook.
Our fearful thoughts can sometimes produce a lot of anxiety. When this happens, a person should take a deep breathe and try to find something to do for a few minutes to get their mind off of the problem. A person could take a walk, listen to some music, read the newspaper or do an activity that will give them a fresh perspective on things.
Although I am a Layman and not a professional, I have interviewed many counselors and I learned that there are many ways to deal with these kinds of thoughts. From my interviews, I've learned that usually it is the fear behind the thought that gets us worked up. When dealing with fearful and obsessive thoughts, do not dwell on the thought.
Stan Popovich is the author of "A Layman's Guide to Managing Fear Using Psychology, Christianity and Non Resistant Methods" - an easy to read book that presents a general overview of techniques that are effective in managing persistent fears and anxieties.
For additional information go to: http://www.trebleheartbooks.com/mvstanpopovich.html
For free articles on managing fear please go to: http://www.trebleheartbooks.com/mvstanpopovich.html
Willow Springs limo O'Hare .. Lockport Chicago limo O’HareOne thing in life is certain---change. Things never stay the... Read More
Positive self-esteem is very important if not crucial to our... Read More
In his all-time bestselling record The Strangest Secret, author Earl... Read More
Henry Ford, after he had achieved great success, was the... Read More
Have you ever been caught up in a thought that... Read More
An Attitude of Gratitude. How important is this to you... Read More
I'm a working mother with a preschooler, worrying about Mom... Read More
Have you truly tried and still failed? Have you pushed... Read More
The power of positive thoughts to affect one's experience of... Read More
Keep focusing on the fullness of your life: Keep remembering... Read More
How would you like to stop feeling like your life... Read More
P.M.A - so what is it? Some people will automatically... Read More
This is the age of the Quick Fix - the... Read More
No, not that kind.Power and potential are synonymous. Your ultimate... Read More
One day while in deep meditation and self analysis, a... Read More
Unhappy moods can be like comfortable sweaters, those old ones:... Read More
There is a growing volume of research that shows' staying... Read More
You are the only one that can give confidence to... Read More
Many people would say that it is absolute madness to... Read More
Changing your mindset can have a significant impact on achieving... Read More
Did you ever run into that person that just nags... Read More
From experience, one of the biggest stumbling blocks for people... Read More
If I say the word "CHANGE" how do you feel?... Read More
? Make a list of all your accomplishments in life... Read More
"It really works!" "Well, I'll be?!"BJ like so many others... Read More
group transportation logistics management Highland ..How would you like to stop feeling like your life... Read More
When you look at your future in terms of your... Read More
I AM SO GRATEFUL for meeting challenges head-on. We see... Read More
Have you ever noticed what can happen if you just... Read More
Look at this glass on the table in front of... Read More
Sometimes we are in a position to look into the... Read More
Does the thought of failure send a cold shiver down... Read More
You got up today to go to work, to come... Read More
I thought this was fitting sense I just experienced a... Read More
Why do we have such a downer on Pollyanna? After... Read More
Cheri decided that she wanted to grow an apple tree... Read More
If you suffer with or have in the past suffered... Read More
Almost everyone experiences some form of worry one time or... Read More
We all know them. We all have somebody like them... Read More
The most dangerous thing is illusion. ~ Ralph Waldo EmersonFailure... Read More
What's wrong with me? When I'm sick I get grumpy... Read More
Few people are aware of the thoughts that pass through... Read More
Do you ever feel sorry for yourself? Do you ever... Read More
I started life writing in the fifth grade. My mother... Read More
Uncle Liam was very kind to me again. He gave... Read More
Peak Performance. It means being at the top of your... Read More
There is a growing volume of research that shows' staying... Read More
Are you an optimist or a pessimist? Is the glass... Read More
"If you don't like something, change it. If you can't... Read More
What is a paradigm? In my own words, a paradigm... Read More
Positive Attitude Tips |