False Evidence Appearing Real

Anxiety - we have all felt this before. It can be mildly annoying or downright paralyzing. The underlying emotion behind anxiety is fear, though many people are not consciously aware of it. I think of Anxiety as "Fear without Focus". It's a general feeling of being unsettled, of not feeling confident or secure. One way … Continue reading False Evidence Appearing Real

Are You Inside Out?

If you haven't seen the new animation by Disney called Inside Out, I highly recommend that you watch it. It has some terrific lessons about managing our emotions. You'll laugh, you may cry and you'll nod in understanding. The writers did a great job of capturing what it is like to be human. The primary theme … Continue reading Are You Inside Out?

Fear is a WIMP!

Fear is a WIMP! Refuse to let it push YOU around! Most people are amazed that Fear is actually very easy to overcome. It feels so paralyzing when it has you in its clutches. But the surprise is - when you confront your fear, it turns out to be a wimp! It doesn't have any … Continue reading Fear is a WIMP!

FEAR stands for False Evidence Appearing Real

FEAR: False Evidence Appearing Real - Look for Proof! Most of us think our thoughts are accurate. We trust our own thinking so much that we do not think to question our own thoughts. That's why I love this statement - FEAR stands for False Evidence Appearing Real. Often when we are afraid, it is … Continue reading FEAR stands for False Evidence Appearing Real

Things can CHANGE for the better – I promise!

"Things can CHANGE for the better - I promise!" - Sandy Walker They really CAN change. I've seen it happen many, many times. If you are willing to adjust and make different choices, then things will change. If you'd like some support in making some changes in your life, please let me know. Or if … Continue reading Things can CHANGE for the better – I promise!

You can be as FREE as ….

"You can be as FREE as you WANT to be. What does that look like for YOU?" - Sandy Walker What would it look like to be FREE to really be yourself? With no excuses or explanations - just YOU, wonderful, beautiful YOU! Most people are too afraid to be themselves. I talk to people … Continue reading You can be as FREE as ….

Rebel Against Fear!

Rebel Against Fear! - Sandy Walker We often are encouraged to Rebel against things that are trying to control us. When we are teenagers, we rebel against teachers, parents and people in positions of authority. Why not Rebel against Fear?! Fear tries to control you. Fear controls a lot of the decisions you make. Think … Continue reading Rebel Against Fear!

What you worry about today . . .

"What you worry about today, YOU WON'T EVEN REMEMBER this time next year." - Sandy Walker You know - this is really true. Can you remember what you were worrying about this time last year? Nope, probably not. Most of our consuming worries, the ones that keep us up at night, are really just momentary … Continue reading What you worry about today . . .

LET GO OR BE DRAGGED

LET GO OR BE DRAGGED Need I say more? It's all about control .... Just let go. Your heart will thank you! ♥

Overcome Fear – Who Me?

Fear is an epidemic in our world today. Every day the news media reminds us how scary the world is. There are so many things that are beyond our control and they scare us - natural disasters, sudden violence and financial instability to name a few. What scares you? What causes anxiety for you? What … Continue reading Overcome Fear – Who Me?