Don’t be afraid. Be focused. Be determined. Be hopeful. Be empowered.

Michelle Obama
About This Quote

Fear is a natural part of life and also an important emotion that we all need in order to live. But, there are things we can do to help control our fears and make them work for us rather than against us. To start learning about how to handle your fear, you can learn from the people who have been through it. Talk with people who have been in the same situation as you and find out what they think is most helpful for dealing with your fear.

Once you have a feeling of what is most important, use that knowledge to guide you in handling the fear. As a way of showing you how it’s done, here are some tips to follow:

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