Fear is a natural, protective response, often trying to keep us safe from perceived dangers. But what happens when our fears become blown out of proportion and start guiding our decisions in ways that don’t serve us? 

In this episode, Elizabeth Mintun explores a reframe of many fears as shadow puppets - seemingly ominous and large, when so often they are projected from situations or things that are not actually as large or threatening as they seem. 

Key Takeaways: 

• Naming the fear can help create mental distance between the situation and the fearful emotion. 
• Noticing what is happening non-judgmentally can be very useful in practicing compassion and managing/navigating the fear. 
• Body-based relaxation strategies can help! 

Resources: 

https://www.thecalmingground.com/free-guided-meditation

https://www.thecalmingground.com/relax-and-energize-playlist