Every time you encounter something that forces you to "handle it," your self-esteem is raised considerably. You learn to trust that you will survive, no matter what happens. And in this way your fears are diminished immeasurably.
In her book "Feel the Fear and Do It Anyway," Susan Jeffers discusses the transformative power of facing challenges. Every time we confront a situation that requires us to manage it, our confidence grows. This process helps us develop trust in our own resilience, reinforcing the belief that we can withstand whatever life throws at us.
As we become more adept at handling difficulties, our fears begin to lessen significantly. Jeffers...