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  • You're Not Afraid of Heights Are you?  By : Roseanna Leaton
    How did you feel as you watched Philippe Petit walk across the high wire between the twin towers in New York? Do you have a fear of heights and how can hypnosis help you to overcome it?
  • Worry  By : Denise Lammi and David Wojtowicz
    This article provides some practical techniques to eliminate unproductive worry.

    “If we spend our time with regrets over yesterday, and worries over what might happen tomorrow, we have no today in which to live.” - Author Unknown
  • Women Can Approach Any Guy They Like for a Conversation With This Technique  By : Joshua Uebergang
    Winning on the outside by successfully conversing with the guy you want starts by winning on the inside. You're inner self or what I like to call inner game tends to be overly negative that you are drowning yourself and suffocating any chances you had in starting a good conversation. Here is how to destroy approach anxiety for a woman.
  • Why Do You Suffer From Agoraphobia?  By : Roseanna Leaton
    Agoraphobia must be the most debilitating phobia. What can you do to take control, reverse these feelings of fear and anxiety, and cure your phobia?
  • What’s the Difference between Resistance and Fear  By : Susan L Reid
    How many times has this happened to you? You’re all revved up and ready to go, jazzed about implementing a great idea you’ve been thinking about, only to find yourself dragging your heels for some unknown reason. This article sheds light on what's really going on with resistance and shows you how to release resistance and move in the direction of what you want.
  • What's Anxiety And How Do I Recognize The Symptoms?  By : Ray Stone
    Most of us, if not all of us have felt nervous at one time or another in our lives. Public speaking is something that makes most of us nervous. All those eyes staring straight at us. That's a lot of attention thrust our way. We feel the butterflies take flight, and they usually don't land until we're done with our speech. Aren't we glad we're done! Nerves and other feelings like feeling scared are natural and very necessary. Ever wonder how you'd react or what would happen to...
  • What Is Trypanophobia? Are You Afraid Of Injections?  By : Mark Goodworthy
    The fear of injections is called trypanophobia. This is not too uncommon. This fear can be related to needle phobia which is actually the fear of needles, only it involves actual penetration through the skin. This was officially recognized as a specific phobia in 1994 in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual, 4th edition.

    Types of Trypanophobia

    Since trypanophobia is broadly classified as a fear of injections, there are actually four forms of this fear of injections. Th...
  • What is Achluophobia?  By : Dr. Jennifer B. Baxt, DMFT, NCC, DCC
    What do you know about Achluophobia? Find out how to deal with a fear of darkness and how to get help through online counseling?
  • What Are Panic Attacks?  By : Juliet Cohen
    Panic attacks are frightening but fortunately physically harmless episodes. Panic disorder is a common condition in which a person has episodes of intense fear or anxiety that occur suddenly.
  • Understanding And Eliminating Fear  By : Mike Hooker
    Fear is probably the biggest hurdle we must overcome if we want to fulfil our dreams. Fears come in many guises and this article goes some way to explain how to recognise them in order to eliminate them
  • Treating Panic Disorders – Super Tips for Panic Attack Sufferers  By : Michael Lee
    It is vital to gain knowledge and apply necessary steps in treating panic disorders because it is one of the most nerve-racking (and sometimes embarrassing) experiences that anyone can ever encounter. This article aims to provide you with remarkable tips for panic attack domination.
  • Trapped by Anxiety and Fear? How To Find The Fun Again!  By : James Warner
    Have you ever felt like you were trapped in a cycle of fear, something over which you thought you had no control? You just felt fearful and anxious; your heart racing for no apparent reason, a burning feeling in your spine, a churning in your stomach and you just wanted your Doctor to give you a magic pill to solve it. Read on to discover how to break free from the anxiety.
  • Transforming Fear  By :
    Anything that is built on fear is like it is built on sand.

    In our world today, it is extremely important to release and transform fear! When there is so much fear around us, you may ask yourself what is the importance of this and how to do this?

    The importance of changing fear into trust changes the way we see our life and how we live it.

    When we live in fear we react out of fear and everything becomes limited. The shallow, tight feeling of fear affects the way we b...
  • To Risk or Not to Risk?  By : Cherry Norris
    How do you determine whether to Risk or Not to Risk? Try these approaches to determine if it's worth the risk.
  • Three Words to Unlock the Cheerfulness of the Present Moment  By : Tom Russell
    The present moment is the gateway to wisdom, happiness and vitality. The problem is that our nutty world is sometimes overwhelming. We forget the present moment! How can we remember more often? Here are three simple words you can use in your daily life to reconnect with the treasures of NOW.
  • Therapy for social phobia  By : Dr. Jennifer B. Baxt, DMFT, NCC, DCC
    It may seem strange, but there are a lot of people out there who are shy of other people and some of these people are so shy of other people that they can’t even make friends. If not corrected, a person can develop an anxiety or an intense fear of socializing with other people.
  • The Truth About Fear  By : Ericka Jackson
    Six years ago, I walked away from my stifling corporate job as an Administrative Recruiter to honor my deep desire. Knowing that it was time to live God’s purpose full-time. I began putting together a Professional Speaking Coaching business that would one day become a world-class speaking and training institute. About three years into building my business, it was time to make the transition into speaking, my true gift, as my major income stream. In preparation for this I was ...
  • The Science Of Phobias  By : Guy Baglow
    Here's how phobias work.

    There are two parts to your mind - one that thinks, and one that feels.

    The thinking part is the conscious, rational mind that you are using now as you read this.

    The feeling part is the unconscious, emotional mind. It takes care of automatic tasks like regulating the heart, controlling pain and managing our instincts.

    It's the unconscious mind that is programmed to act instinctively in times of danger. It reacts very fast - making you run...
  • The Real Benefits of Hypnosis on Phobias and Fears  By : Dr Terry Doherty
    Our minds are gentle creatures that often succumb to irrational fears and phobias. At the heart of these fears and phobias are often events in early childhood that caused a huge sense of entrapment at the hands of the thing we now fear the most. But, just as the mind can be an unforgiving creature and create these phobias, it can be retrained and released from the hold of these fears. Hypnosis to cure phobia is a natural, effective way to gain back the control the mind has stolen away.
  • The Key To Your Fears And Beating Them  By : Robert Hunt
    Fear is born out of the belief that we do not control our destiny. Learn to shift your focus to overcome your fears.
  • The Key to Moving Through Your Fear of Standing Out  By : ReggieO
    Do you ever fear being noticed? Of making a fool of yourself or being humiliated? If that describes you, you are not alone as many of us, especially women, fear this. Women wants to fit in, and in doing so, they all sound like everyone else. They don’t want to stand out naturally and be authentic. But how will people find you if you don’t stand out? How will you be heard above the rest. Stand out naturally and your Divine Right Clients will find you.
  • The Fear of Spiders  By : Patrick Carpen
    Discusses some of the effects, causes and treatments of arachnophobia.
  • The Embarrassment of Self Development  By : Robin OBrien
    For a long time I yearned to improve myself; my true inner self, but something was holding me back. I made a lot of excuses back then; I didn’t have time; I was too tired; I wasn’t sure what direction my search should take. However, the truth was I felt embarrassed about opening myself up, especially to those close to me. All that changed when I went for a stroll along a Danish beach.
  • The Difference Between Anxiety Attacks And Anxiety Reactions  By : Jim DeSantis
    Ninety-five-percent of Americans experience Anxiety Reactions occasionally while five-percent are battling to survive Anxiety Attacks almost on a daily basis. In which group are you?
  • Social Phobia Demands a Lot of Effort  By : Roseanna Leaton
    I read a phrase the other day about your effort being a portrait of yourself. Sometimes, however, your portrait is hidden from view like an unseen masterpiece. This is often true of those who silently suffer from social phobia.
  • Review All Of Your Options In Managing Your Fears And Anxieties  By : Stan Popovich
    It can really be tough to find the answers to managing your fears and anxieties. One of the main things you need to remember is to review all of your options in managing your fears and anxieties. This means to leave no stones unturned when trying to find constructive and professional techniques to manage your fears and anxieties.

    Most importantly, talk to a counselor or therapist to get advice on how to manage your fears. You can also go to your local bookstore and read so...
  • Relief for Phobias by Phone  By : Michelle Beaudry
    Teaches you how to relieve your phobic fears with a hypnotist. This can easily be done by telephone.
  • Reducing Fear of Driving with Proper Breathing  By : Rich Presta
    Driving can often cause fear, anxiety and panic which creates problems with breathing. By learning a few simple techniques you can easily recognize when your breathing is abnormal and be able to act upon it to prevent any further anxiety. This article outlines the symptoms of driving fear and also how to reduce the problems through proper breathing.
  • Picking the Right Anxiety Treatment  By : Abigail Franks
    Any individual anxiety remedy will not provide relief for everyone. It's important to at least try to understand why you are suffering from anxiety before looking for a cure, remedy, or treatment plan. Simply picking something out that works for someone else is not a good idea.
  • Phobias – Their Causes And How You Can Overcome Them With Hypnotherapy  By : Alan B. Densky
    DEFINITION AND SYMPTOMS OF PHOBIAS:
    A phobia can be defined as an illogical fear or dread. When a person experiences a panic attack, they get panicky feelings; their breathing and heart rates increase; they may experience feeling choked up like their heart is in their throat; their palms often get sweaty; they may experience a ringing in their ears; and they often find that they are unable to take part in an activity. These feelings motivate the individual to try to avoid th...
  • Panic Attacks - What Causes Them And How You Can Eliminate Them Using Hypnosis  By : Alan B. Densky, CH
    A phobia is defined as an irrational fear that causes uncomfortable feelings of panic. People experience phobias to normal everyday activities and locations, and these panicky feelings greatly reduce their quality of living. Hear how you can go about getting rid of the frightened feelings that are the result of these unfounded fears so it becomes possible to lead a more fulfilling existence.
  • Panic Attack Symptoms: A First-hand Account Of The Symptoms Experienced During A Panic Attack  By :
    I seriously feel that if you’ve never been unfortunate enough to have experienced a panic attack then, it would be very difficult, if not impossible to realise just how overwhelmingly frightening they really are. On the other hand, if you have been in the unfortunate position of experiencing one first hand, then I doubt that you could ever forget just how brutal they are.

    So what are the most common panic attack symptoms? Well, first of all you must appreciate that when yo...
  • Palmistry Can Be Your Map Through Fear  By : Elizabeth Davis
    We are all the summation of our life lessons and the resultant fears they generate. In this article, I'll show you how palmistry can help identify and deal with the "Gremlins" that hold you back in business and create fear in your life.
  • Overcoming Your Panic Attacks And Other Fears  By : Stan Popovich
    It can be tough to have to deal with panic attacks and your other fears. Experiencing a panic attack can be very scary for some people. The good news is that there are ways to deal with your panic attacks. Enclosed is a list of techniques a person can use to manage their panic attacks.

    When experiencing a panic attack, a person should slow down and take a deep breathe. After doing this, try to do something that will distract you from your current situation. A person could ...
  • Overcoming Fear Of Success: 3 Amazing Tips To Conquer Fear Of Success And Enjoy It  By : Michael Lee
    Surprising as it sounds, there are quite a lot of people who have difficulty overcoming fear of success. If you feel like one of them, read this article and find out how you can free yourself from this damaging belief.
  • Overcoming Fear and Anxiety Associated With Cosmetic Surgery  By : Barry Lycka
    Every year in America, more than ten million people undergo cosmetic procedures and surgeries that make visible and corrective changes in their bodily or facial appearances. So, if you’re considering “having a little work done,” you’re not alone!
  • Overcome Your Fear of Spiders With Hypnosis Downloads  By : Roseanna Leaton
    You are not born with a fear of spiders. This fear is a learned one and what can e learned can be un-learned, with the help of hypnosis downloads.
  • Overcome Fear – How to Enjoy Life by Conquering Fear  By : Michael Lee
    It is vital to overcome fear if you wish to attain any type of success in life. To overcome fear, you have to understand where it is coming from and why you are hanging on to it.
  • No More Tears For Fear of Needles  By : Roseanna Leaton
    Help is at hand for anyone who suffers from needle phobia. Fears are learned and can be unlearned. Hypnotherapy makes this process easy.
  • Nerves And Butterflies  By : Gary Crow
    Just imagine it. There you are, mentally ready and eager; but nerves and those pesky butterflies are holding you back. The next thing you know, you are pacing the floor and ringing your hands. Is that the pits or what, your becoming unhinged over a few uncooperative butterflies? Indeed it is! This article helps you get control of those butterflies and give your success your best.
  • Master Your Fears  By :
    "Courage is resistance to fear, mastery of fear-not absence of fear."--Mark Twain

    I found an interesting thing when I looked up courage in the dictionary. .. 'the quality of mind or spirit that enables a person to face difficulty, danger, pain, etc. without fear or bravery.'

    This struck me as interesting because it's the one time I'm not sure I would agree with the dictionary. To me, courage is doing something in spite of fear, not with an absence of fear. Bravery, for ...
  • Managing Your Fears And Anxieties When Facing A Major Illness  By : Stan Popovich
    Some people who have a major illness may have to deal with some fear and anxiety. Not knowing what may or may not happen can be very stressful. The good news is that there are ways to deal with your fears and anxieties.

    The first step is to remind yourself that there are many people who have had major illnesses and still live a productive life. There are many medicines, nowadays, that can treat a variety of illnesses. In addition, there are also new treatments constantly b...
  • Managing The Fear Of Loneliness  By :
    Sometime or another we will experience a time when we are alone. Some people fear of being alone for various reasons. The first step is to become comfortable with yourself and having the self-confidence that you will be able to manage being alone. There is nothing wrong with being alone. If being alone bothers you then seeing a counselor can help you with these issues.

    In the meantime, here is a short list of techniques that a person can use so that the fear of being alone...
  • Is Fear Stopping You From Spreading Your Wings?  By : Roseanna Leaton
    All fears are debilitating. In this day and age a fear of flying creates a massive negative impact, both personally and more frequently, in the business arena. What can you do to overcome fear of flying?
  • Hypnotherapy Phobia Cure  By : Alan B. Densky, CH
    According to the National Institute of Health, nearly 40 million adults in the United States suffer from anxiety disorders and phobias. Suffering with a phobia drastically influences the quality of life. But take heart, effective help exists.
  • How To Overcome Your Fear Of Flying  By :
    Let's face it, even though you've heard that flying is the safest form of transport, you still fill up with dread at the thought of having to fly. Use this fear of flying advice to help calm your fears.

    1. Learn that flying is safe

    If your conscious mind starts to panic at the thought of stepping onto a plane, it's time to do some research and quell your fears. The media focus on plane accidents because so many people are involved. Yet they ignore auto accidents which r...
  • How To Overcome The Fear Of Rejection  By : Stan Popovich
    Some people get anxious and fearful when they experience rejection. Experiencing rejection is not fun and can lower your self-confidence. The key is knowing how to deal with the process of not getting what you want. Here are some suggestions on how to manage the fear of rejection.

    Sooner or later you will experience some rejection. When you go for the job interview or ask somebody on a date, you will get turned down eventually. There is no way to avoid getting turned down ...
  • How To Overcome The Fear Of Failure  By : Stan Popovich
    Some people will have to deal with managing the failure of failure during their lifetime. They are so afraid of failing or not making it that they become very anxious. Here are some steps on how to manage the fear of failure in your life.

    It is best to have at least have tried than not to try at all. Do you want to go through the rest of your life not knowing that you could of made it? At least if you try, you will know for sure if you would have made it.

    Another benefi...
  • How To Overcome The Fear Of Doing Something New  By : Stan Popovich
    How can you overcome the fear of doing something new? Doing something for the first time can cause some anxiety because you do not know what to expect. Here are some tips on how to reduce the fear and anxiety of doing something for the first time.

    In order to reduce your stress, you need to do the activity for a few times to get a handle on things. Remember when you first learned to ride your bike. You probably fell down a few times but eventually you got the hang of it. T...
  • How to overcome fear, and get what you really want out of life!  By : KevinBoyle
    You tell yourself, today is the day, "this time I'm going to do it!" And then the moment of truth hits, and it hits you like a Mack truck...

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