Stop Fear from Stopping You, Helen Odessky
Stop Fear from Stopping You, Helen Odessky
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Stop Fear from Stopping You
The Art and Science of Becoming Fear-Wise

Author: Helen Odessky

Narrator: Kate Mulligan

Unabridged: 2 hr 7 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 11/24/2020


Synopsis

Though a series of steps, Dr. Odessky will propose a framework to overcome fear-driven thinking and help you break into your fear-wise life!Stop Fear from Stopping You is about the fear that is so prevalent that it often lies dormant in the way of our dreams, career paths, and relationships. This fear creates stories that cushion us from potential pain and failure—at the cost of our self-esteem, success, growth, and personal happiness.Because fear is complex, we cannot afford to merely be fearless. Just “letting go” is not the answer. The real solution lies in learning to become fear-wise. In this inspirational book, Dr. Odessky will show you how to harness the wisdom behind your fears and break through the barriers that block your success.Stop Fear from Stopping You is the perfect gift for women and men struggling with fear. It is designed to help youidentify the fears that stand between you and your goals,develop tools to overcome your fears,develop a value-based plan to pursue your goals, andchange your relationship with fear and learn to become fear-wise.

About Helen Odessky

Dr. Helen Odessky is a highly sought-after clinical psychologist, coach, and anxiety expert. She has been working with individuals, teens, and couples for nearly fifteen years. She regularly blogs on anxiety and communicates regularly to her growing base of followers on Facebook and Twitter.

About Kate Mulligan

Kate Mulligan has acted with the Oregon Shakespeare Festival for more than ten seasons in productions including Hairspray, Alice in Wonderland, and Sense and Sensibility. Her film and television work includes Being John Malkovich and It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia.


Reviews

Goodreads review by Jinan on January 12, 2024

Fearwise: the phrase itself Id found very insightful; the idea of becoming wise about fear rather than “fearless”. To accept fear for what it is, not the opposite of bravery but a signal, that comes alongside with courage in response to danger, whatever that may be. Bravery is to work with fear, not......more

Goodreads review by Kayley on December 19, 2021

Content – Focused on great tips and advice on how to learn to overcome fear and push on with a more positive attitude. The book gives good explanation about what fear is. The book gives it perspective and definition, in a practical and elaborate way and explains how it’s part of our life. The book c......more

Goodreads review by Amanda on November 28, 2022

I've struggled a bit with not reaching certain goals by this point in life, and this book was just what I needed. "Lack of action is a decision in and of itself" hit me like a bullet train! This book works through the different fears that hold us back: fear of making the wrong decision, fear of what......more

Goodreads review by Annie on January 24, 2022

I listened to this book as an audiobook and I felt personally called out. It made me feel a lot of uncomfortable feelings that I wasn’t prepared to have in this very moment. Would still 100% recommend to anyone who tends to be too afraid to change or to try something new. I definitely have a differe......more

Goodreads review by Kristina on February 02, 2023

Key takeaway - stop making excuses and jump in and start doing whatever it is you are afraid of. We overthink in ego driven fear. We need to just start doing. Think of overcoming ego driven fear in the same way as life threatening fear...in the life threatening fear scenario you don't think, you act......more


Quotes

“There are many strategies to help manage and minimize anxiety…excellent ideas from the new book…written by Helen Odessky, PsyD, a clinical psychologist who specializes in anxiety and also struggled with it herself.” PsychCentral

“I recommend this book to anyone looking for actionable steps that they can take to teach anxiety to back off and quiet down.” Debra Kissen, PhD, MHSA, author of The Panic Workbook for Teens, on Stop Anxiety from Stopping You

“In such uncertain times, I’m grateful that Dr. Odessky has come out with this new book to help you tame your fears and live a fuller, calmer life where you are able to handle whatever comes your way. Join the thousands of others her words have helped and decide to take control. Start today. Start now.” Dr. John Duffy, author of Parenting the New Teen in the Age of Anxiety