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Fear is tricky. It can sneak up on you and take over certain areas of your life. The worst part is that you don\u2019t even recognize how much it\u2019s ruining your life.<\/p>\n

But you can\u2019t let fear string you along. It will suck out your courage, hope, and determination.<\/p>\n

We\u2019ve rounded up 5 signs to help you determine whether fear is stopping you. We\u2019ll also give you some tips on how to stop it from taking over your life.<\/p>\n

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1.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 You let people\u2019s reactions affect your decisions<\/strong><\/p>\n

When we want to be accepted by our peers, we allow their thoughts to fester in our subconscious. They start controlling how we think, act, talk, and behave. This isn\u2019t how normal life should be because you\u2019re constantly running defense.<\/p>\n

The way out of this continuous defense scenario is to renew your conviction. Stop gauging your actions by how people will react.<\/p>\n

Instead, focus on what you want to do and why. Setting up realistic goals makes things more tangible and easier to attain. Only then will you be able to beat out your fear of rejection.<\/p>\n

2.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 You keep your opinions to yourself<\/strong><\/p>\n

Just as the fear of rejection holds you back, fear of criticism is just as powerful. It can impact your actions and your decision.<\/p>\n

When you\u2019re always hesitant in your conversations, that means you\u2019re always afraid of what you may say. That can lead to negative results at your workplace and at home. People may get the feeling you\u2019re holding out on them or that you\u2019re being deceptive.<\/p>\n

One way to stop this vicious cycle is by renewing your determination and courage. Take some time to tell yourself that everyone deals with fear.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s those people who don\u2019t let it get in their way that ultimately reaches a state of peace-of-mind in the end. It\u2019s not that they\u2019re braver than everyone else. It\u2019s that they respect their ideas enough to have them be heard by others.<\/p>\n

3.\u00a0\u00a0 You hold off trying new things<\/strong><\/p>\n

Sometimes the fear of failing at something overtakes our emotions. It makes you reluctant to get involved in challenging work projects.<\/p>\n

The worst part is that most times, you don\u2019t recognize it as fear. It can show up as procrastination, self-sabotage, or even full-blown anxiety attacks.<\/p>\n

When we\u2019re crippled with this type of fear, we tend to use negative statements that undermine our abilities. We tell ourselves things like, \u201cI\u2019m not good enough to part of that team\u201d or \u201cI\u2019ll never be as good as they are.\u201d<\/p>\n

These kinds of statements further reduce our self-esteem, not to mention our faith in our abilities.<\/p>\n

You\u2019ve probably heard how some people write motivational messages to boost their confidence. While it may sound too good to be true, it does work.<\/p>\n

Try it for yourself. Hang up one or two on your bathroom mirror or fridge. Seeing those positive messages day in and day out will slowly start to have a positive effect on you. You\u2019ll begin to trust yourself more and enjoy a more positive self-image than ever before.<\/p>\n

4.\u00a0\u00a0 You avoid doing the right thing<\/strong><\/p>\n

We put too much emphasis on peer pressure. In many circumstances, it can almost make us almost sell our souls for fear of suffering potential backlash.<\/p>\n

It could be that you don\u2019t want to step on anyone\u2019s toes, or you simply want to be accepted by those around you. So, what do you do when you have to choose between right and wrong? Nothing.<\/p>\n

You become someone who forgets their principles. It\u2019s the ultimate fear of any retaliation or repercussions that may come as a result of your actions.<\/p>\n

The way to remedy this is to make a conscious decision to stand up for what\u2019s right. Find the courage you need by allowing yourself to sit with your fear for a few minutes.<\/p>\n

You can even write down what your fear entails on a piece of paper, then tear it up or burn it. Once you see your fears going up in flames, you can let them go and move on.<\/p>\n

5.\u00a0\u00a0 You settle<\/strong><\/p>\n

You settle in your job, you settle in your relationship, settle in your health. That feeling you get that tells you this is as good as it gets is wrong. That\u2019s fear of rejection taking over your life and running the show.<\/p>\n

Settling isn\u2019t being realistic, and it doesn\u2019t do anyone any good. It kills off that beacon of hope that fills us with life and creativity.<\/p>\n

Another way we avoid this type of fear is by micromanaging<\/a> everything. We feel we need to be in control of everything all the time.<\/p>\n

The way to remedy settling is to take risks. Even if it\u2019s only small risks, it\u2019ll do you a world of wonder. It\u2019s time to leave the sidelines where it\u2019s safer and step into the game where you belong. Stop worrying about disappointing people, and start dreaming of a brighter, more exciting tomorrow.<\/p>\n

Different Types of Fears Holding You Back<\/strong><\/p>\n

Fear is always skulking in the background. Here\u2019s a list of the types of fear that hit all of us in our lives at one time or another. The important thing to remember is that you\u2019re not alone in your fear.<\/p>\n