Fear

"Peace is that tranquility of the heart, which derives from the allprevailing consciousness, that our times are in God's hands"

William Barclay - Author, Minister

"Fear then as an emotion, is NOT US. When we say, "I am afraid," this is NOT true. We should say, "I have feelings of fear". Once this distinction gets clear in your mind, you realize that feelings can change. The real YOU is the great 'I AM', the center of your being"

Rev. Thomas Keating

"Be patient with yourself, as you become more and more deeply aware that your thoughts don't define you "

Dr. Gail Brenner

Unnoticed and unconfronted fear, fear that has FREE-REIGN in one's mind, is a primary reason reason many people suffer from anxiety and depression. Seeking healing from the negative effects of fear and/or anxiety ? Experiencing chronic, intense, upsetting emotions such as guilt, envy, or anger? Experiencing uncomfortable bodily sensations with these emotions? Well, you're not alone. Every human being that has ever lived, every Pope and even Billy Graham, has experienced intense fearful emotions. It's important that we learn the tools necessary to deal with these emotions in a healthy fashion and manner when they occur, so they don't become strongholds. We recommend the teachings of secular clinical psychologist Dr. Gail Brenner for further study on the topic of fear. gailbrenner.com

What to do in the moment when strong fearful or anxious feelings and/or emotions present themselves

(a screen shot or bookmark of the information below is recommended, so you can refer to in time of need.

Breathe: focus your attention on 3-4 long / deep breaths to begin calming the central nervous system

Say the brief prayer: "Lord, come to my assistance. Lord, make haste to help me."

Acknowledge that the normal human emotion of fear is present, along with any corresponding bodily feelings or sensations it may bring.

Accept what is happening in the moment in the mind and body. Choose not to fight, resist, or try to eliminate what your experiencing or going through, as hard as it may feel. We can't change what's happening in 'the now', in the present moment. For whatever we resist, just persists and grows stronger. . . . which is the cause of 'suffering'.

Proclaim a WORD OF POWER/TRUTH: "I, 'new-self', don't worry about my life, body or tomorrow" .

Give/caste the fear to God, believing by an act of faith, that God takes it, whether it feels like it or not.

Make an act of thanksgiving: "God, thank you for taking this fear, care, and anxiety, for my times are in your hands.".

Gently move your 'ATTENTION' away from the fearful or anxious story or commentary in your mind, and willfully bring it back to the present moment: what you see (sky, trees, an object), hear (voices, nature, music), taste (food or beverage), or touch/feel (bedding, furniture, clothing, car, another person, items found in nature).

What prevents us from finding happiness? It's a lack of a sense of the presence of God. We feel alienated from God, so the world is a frightening place. If we had the sense of union with God, we'd not be afraid. But since we do not, we feel alone.
Rev. Thomas Keating

Fear

​​"Peace is that tranquility of the heart, which derives from the allprevailing consciousness, that our times are in God's hands"

William Barclay - Author, Minister​​​

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​​​​"Fear then as an emotion, is NOT US. When we say, "I am afraid," this is NOT true. We should say, "I have feelings of fear". Once this distinction gets clear in your mind, you realize that feelings can change. The real YOU is the great 'I AM', the center of your being"