Fear

"Peace is that tranquility of the

heart, which derives from the all

prevailing consciousness, that our

times are in God's hands"

William Barclay, Author, Minister, Professor, TV personality

"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

Seeking healing from the negative effects of fear and/or anxiety ? Experiencing another intense/upsetting emotion such as guilt, envy, or anger? Experiencing uncomfortable bodily sensations with these emotions? Well, you're not alone. Yes, every human being that has ever lived, even every Pope and Billy Graham, has experienced intense emotions such as fear. It's important that we have the tools necessary to deal with these emotions in a healthy fashion and manner when they occur, so they don't become strongholds. We highly recommend the teachings of Dr. Gail Brenner.

What to do in the moment, when fear / anxiety are intense

(a screen shot or bookmark of the 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 of the Psalmist: "Lord, come to my assistance. Lord, make haste to help me."

Acknowledge the fear/anxiety: "I acknowledge the normal emotion of fear is present now." (SMILE)

Welcome / accept the fear & any corresponding accompanying bodily sensations (very important...don't fight, resist, or try to eliminate it)

Welcome the fear. "HELLO FEAR! I know you're just a regular, typical, normal emotion that everyone experiences at one point or another. You're not 'ME'. though. As scripture says you're just part of the remnants of the 'old man self', my old identity, and not the REAL ME, 'new man self' identity."

G-E-N-T-L-Y proclaim a WORD OF POWER or Truth: "The Truth is, I, 'new man', don't worry about life, my body or tomorrow" (smile)

Give/release the fear/anxiety to God: "God, this fearful thought/feeling is yours. Thanks for taking it."

Give thanks: "Thank you God for this moment, for your power is being made perfect in me."

Move your 'attention' away from the fearful thinking, stories, and commentaries in the head/mind and back to the present moment: what you're seeing, hearing, tasting, or touching, right here and now. How beautiful it is.