Ginger and Maribeth open our Fearless series by uncovering the meaning of fear itself, how to observe it, and a way to keep breathing even while afraid.

Definition of fear: unpleasant and often strong emotion caused by anticipation or awareness of danger. Fear is just an emotion!

Practices to overcome fear:

Do not be afraid – the Bible repeats this all throughout scripture!

Conscious surrender – make an intentional choice to remind yourself all will be well

Yahweh meditation – inhale on the “Yah” and exhale on the “Weh”

Lord’s Prayer – say it when flying at take off and at landing

You are the faucet, God is the water – allow God to lead and take over

Name it – naming it allows you to stand back and observe your fear; diminishes the power of fear

Book Reference:

Calm My Anxious Heart by Linda Dillow

This podcast, presented by The United Methodist Church of the Resurrection, is a series of conversations, engaging practices, and encouragement for women looking inward at unique experiences, upward for divine direction, and outward to see God’s activity in the world.

Our opening series will focus on becoming Fearless, hosted by Ginger Rothhaas and Maribeth Hinderer. Subscribe now so you don’t miss our first episode, coming soon!