Alcohol and other substance abuse or addictions won’t get rid of your problems and fears. In the short term, they may make you feel better, but in the long term, these addictions will only make things worse.
So what do you do to get rid of your problems and fears? Well, since you cannot escape them, the best solution is to deal with your fears head-on no matter how strong they’re. The key is to be smart about how you try to manage this fear. Here are some ways to manage your constant fear and anxiety.
The first step is to learn to take them one after the other. Instead of worrying about how you are going to get through the rest of the coming week or month, try to focus on today. Every day can give us a different opportunity to learn new things and that includes learning how to deal with your problems. Focus on the moment and stop trying to foretell what the next week might bring. Next week will take care of itself.
Remember that nobody can predict the future with one hundred percent certainty. Even if the thing you are afraid of does occur, there are circumstances and factors you could not predict that you can use to your advantage. For example, at your workplace, you missed a deadline for a project you have been working on for the last few months. Everything you fear comes true. Suddenly, your boss comes into your office and tells you that the deadline has been extended and he forgot to tell you the day before. This unknown factor changes everything. Remember: we may be ninety-nine percent correct in predicting the future, but all it takes is that one percent to make a world of difference.
Another very helpful technique is to have a small notebook crammed with positive statements that you feel good about. Every time you find an affirmation that makes you feel good, write it down in a small notebook that you can carry in your pocket. Whenever you feel depressed or frustrated, open your little notebook and read the statements. This will help manage your negative thinking.
Be smart about how you deal with your fears and anxieties. Don’t try to tackle everything without delay. When faced with a current or upcoming task that’s overwhelming you with quite a lot of anxiety, break it down into a series of smaller steps. Accomplishing these smaller tasks one after the other will make stress more manageable and increase your chances of success.
The important thing is to get the right help by seeing a professional. Avoiding your problem through the use of alcohol or other substances won’t solve your problem in the long term. It will only make things worse. Managing your fears and anxieties will take work. Be patient, persistent and stay committed in trying to solve your problem.
BIOGRAPHY:
Stan Popovich is the author of “A Layman’s Guide to Managing Fear Using Psychology, Christianity and Non Resistant Methods” – an easy-to-read book that provides a summary of effective techniques for managing persistent fear and anxiety. For additional information, visit:http://www.managingfear.com/
