Fear and how to conquer it
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Why I am writing about fear now.
Here's a sample. Looking for a good scare? Check these out:
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Psychological Reflections on Cinematic Terror: Jungian Archetypes in Horror Films
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"Recommended as a worthy introduction into the shadowy realm and meanings of the horror film."-Choice
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What do you think?
Are horror movies harmful or theraputic?
I'll start it off. See how I feel--basically that they are hrmful--with my first blurb.
You, on the other hand, may feel that they actually have a therapeutic effect and thus can help rid us of our hidden fears. Or you may agree with me and have
more thoughts on this subject.
Whatever you think, PLEASE enter your opinnions here:
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john says:
they scare the heart out of you
Posted September 20, 2011
mario Cordeiro says:
they are not pleasent
Posted September 01, 2011
KatBar says:
I don't think they are harmful but is a fun outlet for stress. A good scare in a safe environment
Posted May 19, 2011
Shira says:
My opinion about horrort movies is that they are harmful because when you watch a movie it may plant new fears in you.
For example, in the movie "The Scream" all the bad things start when the charactors watch a film and after they get a phone call. Suddenly, a phone call becomes scary.
Is the next phone call you're going to get GOOD or BAD ?
Posted June 22, 2010
faithfuljim says:
My natural inclination is to stay away from horror movies, as I tend to think they might have harmful effects on the minds of childern and adults alike and tend to make one more fearful.
Posted January 02, 2009
iaky says:
great thanks
Posted August 27, 2010
Read more on the psycology of fear
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On Monsters: An Unnatural History of Our Worst Fears
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Using varied media sources, from history to legend and literature, Asma studies the symbolic meaning of monsters (e.g., biblical monsters represent arrogance in the face of God's power) and their psychological function. He concludes that humans need an excuse to fight, protect and defend, as well as to transfer those horrific qualities, our own monstrous desires, to inhuman beings. A wide-ranging exploration of fear and evil, Asma's presentation and theories are original and practical, depicting those dark, repulsive notions of an unstable, turbulent world in which everybody must struggle to remain human and civilized.
"Fear not!" by James M. Becher
Facing our irrational fears
But, now, as Christmas draws near, let us remember the words of the angels to the shepherds, "FEAR NOT!"Easier said than done you say, and I agree.
Believe me, I know from experience how debilitating fear can be. I'm not talking, however, about normal fear. We all have that and its both necessary and desirable. But, as Dr. Norman Vincent Peale points out, "The line of distinction between normal and abnormal fear is very finely drawn. Before one realizes, he may step across the line...into the dark and shadowy regions of abnormal fear."*
So, for the remainder of this article when we speak of "fear," let it be assumed that we are talking about abnormal fear. We could also call it irrational fear, because it has been proven that most of things we fear will happen never do happen. Yet, even though we may recognize it as being irrational, this fear can actually gain a grip on our minds and hearts and hold us back and keep us from accomplishing our goals and achieving your God-given success unless we learn how to conquer this fear.
But what can we do when we have these fears? Should we run away from them. Dr. Peal says no. "Do not run away from your fears. Decide to face them. When someone stands up to something, that something tends to fold. IT is far better to face your fears head-on."
Some books on normal and irrational fear
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Overcoming Irrational Fears - General, Subliminal CD
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The mind is a mysterious thing; sometimes it can make an irrational association which triggers unwanted responses, such as fear. If you suffer from a fear that you cannot explain, understand or control- and you know that it happens for no rational reason, this subliminal CD is for you. Multiple, positive messages are given to the subconscious mind with hopes that the next time the stimulus event occurs, rational thoughts will overtake the previous response and you can declare victory over your particular fear.
Knowing the types and objects of fear
What are you afraid of?
First let's identify the objects of our fears. What are you afraid of?1). First, there is the fear of death. Of course for those of who are true believers in Jesus, this fear should be no problem, for as Paul says, "To be absent from the body is to be present with the LORD. I have a very apt illustration of this on my other lens: Faith for dying
2) Some of us are afraid of people. The Bible has an antidote for this fear. IJohn 4:18 says "Perfect love casts out fear." So learn to love those who you fear. Get to know them and find out how you can help them. What deed of kindness you can do for them? How can you pray for them? If you concentrate on these things it leave no place for fear.
3)Then, there is the fear of failure. We become afraid to try something new. We "freeze up." And often our fear of failure, if allowed to grow, becomes a self-fulfilling prophecy. Job found that out. He says in Job 3:25, "The thing which I greatly feared has come upon me."
If we do fail, we can definitely learn from our failures. Then, as Dr. Peale points out in his other book, Think Like A Winner, "Don't ever think that you will always fail. Think about the success that will come from your new wisdom. It's great to conquer this fear of failing. It sets you free to try new things " He then lists the following 7 things to do: plan, learn, think, study, work, believe and pray. "Then," he says, "you will have all you need to beat this fear." Quoting further from the end of his chapter on fear of failure: "Don't wait to be sure of success, because you never will be. If you want to be safe, you will wait and wait. You will not climb mountains. You will not win races. You will not become truly happy."
So don't be afraid to be afraid. Be honest. Admit your fear. But then act as if you were not afraid. With the help of God, go on. Do your job. Don't let fear stop you. Learn how to conquer fear.
(See also the article on fear from my ezine, quoted under the books below.)
Books on Conquering Fear
Guest Article: "The basic message that there is nothing to fear" By Chris Widener
Fear is that ugly monster that, when looked at closely, doesn't really exist. At first glance you hear his roar, he seems so big and so ugly. He forces you to be aware of his presence and his threats. And then, if we are wise, we realize that all of what he is saying is not true. There is nothing to fear. Rarely do we experience that which we fear. Most of the time it is quite the opposite. Ifwe keep our minds and hearts, as well as our actions, going in the right direction - in the direction of our dreams and vision - we can walk right past that fear of ours.
It is sort of like when you were a child and you were walking along and saw a huge dog in a front yard up the street a bit. Do you remember how afraid you were? And then you realize that the dog was tied up and couldn't get to you, so you strut on by. This is how it is with our fear. Know that fear is on a leash!
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--Taken from "The Six Basic Messages of a Motivational Speaker" By Chris Widener
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Faith Vs. Fear V2
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This great T.V. preacher looks at fear and how faith can conquer it.
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Listen to this great message on conquering fear:
from Dr. . Michael Youssef
- Freedom from Fear Part 3 By Dr. Michael Youssef
- In this great message, Dr. Youssef shows how to use faith to conquer fear.
Books on Freedom from Fear:
“Never take the advice of your fears
We have nothing to fear, but fear itself”
Do You Agree that we have nothing to fear?
what do you fear?
Do we really have nothing to fear but fear itself? What do you fear?
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Yes. I agree with the point that it is fear itself, of whom we have fear.
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Posted October 05, 2011
eccles1 says:
I think it's human nature to fear we all fear something..until devine intervention happens to us this only happens to us by reading something higher than worldly ideas it starts with reading spiritual basics and having them go inside of us to do it's magic..that's what I have heard anyway..So let me start reading
Posted October 16, 2009
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Enoch Lifestyle, The: Faith vs. Fear
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The Enoch Lifestyle compares living the life of faith versus living a life of fear. The man Enoch walked with God despite the temptations and "life" circumstances that were all around him. He chose to move above what he saw in this world, to a life that was out of this world. Do not allow fear to cripple the faith that God has placed in you.
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eccles1
Oct 16, 2009 @ 10:38 am | delete
- There are different kinds of fear but they all come from the same place
we don't know better maybe fear is suppose to lead us to 'seek and you will find'
so now I am seeking because I am sick and tired of fear !! thank you for this lens
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Wbisbill Apr 23, 2009 @ 2:54 pm | delete
- 5 stars from a new fan: I am editing/updating my lens on fear and will feature your lens on mine.
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- Great Lens!! 5**** Really enjoyed reading it!
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