How To Be More Courageous

  • May 19, 2008
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We have nothing to fear but fear itself. Whatever. The point is: How do you stop being such a wimp? Courage.

You Will Need

  • Determination
  • Bravery
  • A martial arts course (optional)
How To Be More Courageous: Write a list of fears

Step 1: Write a list of fears

Write down your biggest fears.

How To Be More Courageous: Think of solutions

Step 2: Think of solutions

Think of actions you can take to reduce specific fears. If you get panicky when you have to make a presentation at work, sign up for a public speaking seminar, and so on.

Tackle your biggest fears in the summer, when your body produces more of the fear-fighting neurotransmitter serotonin.

How To Be More Courageous: Do research

Step 3: Do research

Research your fears – many are irrational. For example, once you know that airplane makers throw entire flocks of dead birds into engines to test their ability to handle such an event, you can strike that one off your list.

How To Be More Courageous: Learn martial arts

Step 4: Learn martial arts

Consider taking up martial arts. Research shows that people who practice them have lower levels of anxiety and higher self-esteem.

How To Be More Courageous: Do things that scare you.

Step 5: Do things that scare you.

The best way to become a braver person is to do things that scare you. Every time you get through another challenge – whether it’s introducing yourself to a stranger at a party or going skydiving – you’ll gain confidence.

According to one poll, the top three American fears are snakes, public speaking, and heights.

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