Harness Your Fear Two kinds of fear. Sometimes, emotions like fear can be helpful. A few years ago, Dr. Helen Odessky, clinical psychologist and author of the best-selling motivational book Stop Anxiety from Stopping You, found herself part of a minor fender-bender on a major interstate. Looking back at her daughter, she feared that if another car hit them, her daughter's life would be in danger. A few minutes after retreating to another car in a safer location, an 18-wheeler barreled into her car and demolished it. Her fear saved both her daughter's life and her own. Fight the bad fear. Stop Fear from Stopping You is about a different type of fear-the fear that is so prevalent that it often lies dormant in the way of our dreams, career paths and relationships. This fear creates stories that cushion us from potential pain and failure-at the cost of our self-esteem, success, growth, and personal happiness. Become fear-wise. Because fear is complex, we cannot afford to merely be fearless. Just "letting go" is not the answer. The real solution lies in learning to become fear-wise. In this inspirational book, Dr. Helen will show you how to harness the wisdom behind your fears and break through the barriers that block your success. Stop Fear from Stopping You is the perfect gift for women and men struggling with fear. It is designed to help you: • Identify the fears that stand between you and your goals • Develop tools to overcome your fears • Develop a value-based plan to pursue your goals • Change your relationship with fear and learn to become fear-wise If self-help books for women and men like The Confidence Gap, Daring Greatly, or Fearless inspired you, then Stop Fear from Stopping You is a must-read.
