Accepting Fear For What It Is | The Odyssey Online
Start writing a post
Health and Wellness

Accepting Fear For What It Is

387
Accepting Fear For What It Is
katemotaung.com

Just like that, the new year is already flying by. For me, the new year is followed by a lot of fear. It's somewhat of a "What will happen next?" type of fear. The fear is followed by the realization that I have very limited control on the events that will help shape my life. For a control freak that can be a difficult thing to deal with.

Since we were kids we've been running away from fear. It's a natural reaction. We want to feel safe and secure where we're at, but then again, nothing about life is suppose to make you feel safe and secure at all times. I mean, are your goals really goals if they don't scare you a little bit? So why not embrace the fear? Why don't we stop hiding from it? Why don't we stop trying to run away from it and simply look in the face and accept it?

At the end of the day there's nothing that we can do to make our fear disappear nor should we. So face it. Look it in the eye and allow it to be with you. Once the fear is accepted, what else can it do? If we walk through life saying "Yes, I'm afraid," but I'm going to reach my goals anyway, then we'll be a lot better off than denying that we're afraid and attempting to not let the fear show.

Maybe we should have been accepting our fear this entire time. The only way we can stop letting fear control us is to accept the fact that it's going to be in our life. By saying "Yes, I'm afraid but I'm going to do it anyway," helps take away that extra nervousness.

Life isn't an adventure without fear, but than again, life isn't an adventure with too much fear. The trick is learning how to find a happy medium.

Now this is a lot easier said than done. In fact I wouldn't be writing this article right now if I wasn't going through some fear of my own. But what I've come to realize in writing this is that fear is natural and good. Fear tells us to run is dangerous situations and fear tells us when we're beginning something new in our life. So as long as fear is going to be around for our journey, why don't we accept it; look it in the face and say "You're here, but you're not going to stop me."

Report this Content
This article has not been reviewed by Odyssey HQ and solely reflects the ideas and opinions of the creator.
Student Life

A Few Thoughts Every College Freshman Has

The transition into adulthood is never easy

21010
Mays Island
Courtney Jones

Today I started my third week of college at Minnesota State Moorhead. I have survived welcome week, finding my classes on the first day, and being an awkward loner in the dining hall. Even though I have yet to be here for a month, I have already experienced many thoughts and problems that only a new college student can relate to.

Keep Reading...Show less
Students walking on a sunny college campus with trees and buildings.

"Make sure to get involved when you're in college!"

We've all heard some variation of this phrase, whether it came from parents, other family members, friends, RAs, or college-related articles. And, like many clichés, it's true for the most part. Getting involved during your college years can help you make friends, build your resume, and feel connected to your campus. However, these commitments can get stressful if you're dealing with personal issues, need to work, or aren't sure how to balance classes and everything else going on during the semester.

Keep Reading...Show less
Relationships

9 Reasons Why Friends Are Essential In College

College without friends is like peanut butter without jelly.

8870
Bridgaline Liberati and friends
Bridgaline Liberati

In college, one of the essential things to have is friends. Yes, textbooks, a laptop, and other school supplies are important but friends are essential. Friends are that support system everybody needs. The more friends you have the better the support system you have. But you also have someone to share experiences with. And don’t settle for just one or two friends because 8 out of 10 times they are busy and you are studying all alone. Or they have other friend groups that do not include you. Don’t settle for just one or two friends; make as many friends as you can. After the first couple of weeks of college, most friend groups are set and you may be without friends.

Keep Reading...Show less
Lifestyle

The Power of Dressing Up

Why it pays to leave the hoodie at home.

6436
sneakers and heels
Sister | Brother Style - Word Press

For a moment your world is spinning. The phone alarm has just scared you awake and you’re flooded by daunting thoughts of the day ahead. You have three assignments due and little time to work on them because of your job. You’re running late because you’ve hit snooze one to many times after yesterday’s long hours. You dizzily reach for a hoodie, craving its comfort, and rush for a speedy exit, praying you will have time to pick up coffee. Does this sound familiar?

Keep Reading...Show less
Entertainment

11 Signs You Live At The Library As Told by 'Parks And Recreation'

A few signs that you may live in the library whether you'd like to admit it or not.

5561
brown wooden book shelves with books

Finals week is upon us. It is a magical time of year during which college students everywhere flock to the library in attempt to learn a semester's worth of knowledge in only a week. For some students, it's their first time in the library all semester, maybe ever. Others have slaved away many nights under the fluorescent lights, and are slightly annoyed to find their study space being invaded by amateurs. While these newbies wander aimlessly around the first floor, hopelessly trying to find a table, the OGs of the library are already on the third floor long tables deep into their studies. Here is a few signs that you may live in the library, whether you'd like to admit it or not.

Keep Reading...Show less

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Facebook Comments