Tag Archives: overcoming fear

How to Overcome Fear

Fear can have a debilitating effect in our lives. It is easy when we look at the world around us and the things that are happening to give in to fear -to be fearful of what tomorrow holds. But there is a way out. Last week we looked at some of the wisdom and practical advice in Romans 8. And is it Romans we turn again to read how to deal with fear. It is by not going back and giving in to the path we were on before- the path of sin, the old life. We have moved on … Continue reading →

Author Interview — Gabriella Goddard

Today we are joined by Gabriella Goddard, author of a new self-help book entitled “Gulp!” Gabriella, thank you for joining us today. Can you tell us a little about this new release? It has a great title, by the way. “Gulp!” is aimed at people who are facing a challenge in their life and are confused about what to do next. Using the latest life coaching techniques, “Gulp!” provides people with a 7 day crash course showing them how to master their fear, step outside their comfort zone and take that leap of faith. This is exactly the same journey … Continue reading →

Dusty Bottom Awards & Young Riders

My daughter takes horseback riding lessons and yesterday, she earned a prestigious Dusty Bottom Award. So what is a Dusty Bottom award you may be wondering? These are certificates given to young riders at the stables where she takes her lessons when they fall or are tossed from their horse’s back and hit the sand in the arena – thus creating the dusty bottom. Falling off the Horse Falling off the horse is as important to a young rider’s education as riding a horse is. In fact, it may be one of the most important lessons a rider can learn. … Continue reading →

Why is My Toddler Afraid of Dogs?

Even when you don’t have pets, your toddler may demonstrate a fear of animals and this is not necessarily a bad thing. If a child is totally fearless, they are more likely to take a risk with their fingers and their faces with a dog that may be more than a little unfriendly. While fear may hamper freedoms, the benefits were that it is a healthy response to keeping your little one safe. Use the fear to teach moderation and transform it from an irrational response to an animal to something more rational – such as wariness of strange animals. … Continue reading →