A very important emotion all of us must learn to deal with is fear. No one can escape fear. In order to help you deal with it, I want to provide you with a broader and more in-depth understanding about fear. Fear, in general, is an emotion that without adequate understanding can overtake you as it does many people.

    First, let’s look at the definition of fear. Fear is defined as, “a feeling of agitation and anxiety caused by the presence or imminence of danger.”

    When you experience fear, when you feel some sort of imminent danger, you do various things to maintain a feeling of safety, protection, and control. You want to feel safe and protected at all times, and in order to do this, you have to have a level of control. Please Note: You feel safe and protected to the extent that you have control. Feeling this way and maintaining this type of behavior is a very healthy approach to life. This is more than acceptable under everyday life circumstances.