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"Do the thing you fear most and the death of fear is certain."  

 

— Mark Twain

Overcoming Fears & Phobias 

Phobias and fears can sneak into your life and hold you back in ways that are both obvious and subtle. Whether it's an intense fear of flying, public speaking, social situations, or even something like driving, these fears can stop you from living the life you want.

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Phobias can be more than just inconvenient—they can reshape your entire day-to-day routine.

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For example, a fear of flying might keep you from traveling, missing out on seeing loved ones or exploring new places.  A fear of public speaking could stall your career, making you feel stuck in your job. 

 

Or social anxiety may prevent you from building meaningful relationships.​

 

Over time, phobias can take over your life, forcing you to avoid triggers and increasing stress, anxiety, and helplessness. 

 

But imagine confidently giving a presentation without shaky hands or a racing heart. Picture yourself boarding that plane with ease, or reconnecting with friends and attending social events without anxiety holding you back.

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Cognitive Behavioral Hypnotherapy (CBH)  is a highly evidence based way to manage and break free from phobias by addressing your responses to triggers and developing new coping strategies​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​.​​​

“Happy people build their inner world; unhappy people blame their outer world.”

— Dalai Lama

“You have power over your mind–not outside events. Realize this, and you will find strength.”

— Marcus Aurelius

​“To realize that you are not your thoughts is when you begin to awaken spiritually.” 

— Eckhart Tolle​

Symptoms of Phobia​​

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  • Rapid heartbeat, chest pain, or shortness of breath when faced with your fear.​

  • Dizziness, sweating, or trembling in moments of stress.​

  • Intense nausea or stomach discomfort in certain situations.​

  • A strong, uncontrollable urge to flee or escape.​

  • Feelings of panic, dread, or even an out-of-body experience.​

  • Full-blown panic attacks when confronted with the object or situation of fear​.​​

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Common phobias:​

  • Entomophobia: Fear of insects

  • Hemophobia: Fear of blood 

  • Needle Phobia: Fear of needles

  • Hypochondria: Fear of illness

  • Insectophobia: Fear of insects

  • Obesophobia: Fear of gaining weight

  • Zoophobia: Fear of animals

  • Aerophobia: Fear of flying

  • Acrophobia: Fear of heights 

  • Claustrophobia: Fear of confined space

  • Glassophobia: Fear of public speaking

  • Emetophobia: Fear of vomiting

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