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7 Things We Need To Stop Being Afraid Of

There are too many things that we are afraid to do or say, and they're getting in the way of us living.

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7 Things We Need To Stop Being Afraid Of
John Krecioch

Sometimes, our past makes us fear our future. There are a lot of things in life that we simply avoid, due to fear of pain, loss, regret, or a repeat of our past experiences. But by the time you get old, do you want to have to ask yourself why you let fear hold you back from living your life to the fullest?

1. Attachment

Relationships are tough — especially in our "perfect-picture" world today. Almost everyone has had a bad experience or two with commitment and being attached to someone. As cliche as it is, here's the truth: to move on with your life and find someone new, YOU need to move on and open yourself up to do it all over. To get something you once had, you must be willing to make yourself be able to love again, and again and again.

2. Taking risks for your future

Things like choosing a college, career or moving somewhere far away. These decisions are super difficult. But if you never do anything or never make any big moves to actually impact your future, you can't expect any big changes or new opportunities to appear. You've gotta do something.

3. Being 100% yourself

There are unique things about you that nobody will ever have. Nobody will ever be exactly like you, and that's all you need to know. So why should you waste time trying to be like someone else or please others if you are one of a kind? If you haven't already, you will find someone that loves and understands you for you. Do what you love, wear what you love and be who you are.

4. Trying something new

New opportunities and ideas pop into your brain for a reason. Try new things out and if they're not for you then move onto something else! Don't be scared and miss out on a cool opportunity, you never know what you might be good at.

5. Leaving someone behind when you know they're not good for you

Friends, boyfriends, and girlfriends; sometimes after awhile of having a relationship of any sort with someone, we become so adjusted to how it works. But if you have a bad feeling or know that something's off, DO NOT let fear stop you from leaving that person in your past. There are seriously so many people to get to know and others will come around.

6. Fitting In

What even is fitting in? Everyone's a little different so how do you fit in with the category of "everyone"? Do not fear that you don't or will never "fit in." It's OK to be different; learn to embrace it because it's special.

7. Growing up

When we were little, all we wanted to be...was big. Now in high school and college, you sort of freak out and realize everything in your life is falling into your weak arms and every little thing you do will predict who you end up being. College might seem like a lot at the time but whether you're afraid of growing up or not, it's going to happen. Take what you've got day by day, and keep learning and growing as an individual. We'll all make it.




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