Fear of Confrontation?

Hi. I am afraid of confrontation. I want to overcome my fear because it controls me. I dont know how to do so, because I can%26#039;t confront my fear, because that is what I am afraid of. When ever I am faced with confrontation, usually with a person who has more authority over me, I panic. My heart rate speeds up and I breath really heavily at first, and then just faster and faster. A bunch of thoughs that scare me race through my head and then I can either slow down and take deap breaths or I break out in tears, depending on how bad it was.

Don%26#039;t tell me to %26quot;go to a doctor%26quot; I wont, because I cant tell anyone that they need to take me, because I am afraid of what they might say.

Its not a chronic problem either, the whole heart racing things only happen about once or twice a month, but I avoid confrontation, all the time.

Fear of Confrontation?

I am guessing you are young sweetie. Dont panic! It will get better...as time goes by you will realise that no one is nay better than you...try imagining them on the toilet...pants down.... Hey we all have to do it...just a simple way of reminding you we are all equal really...maybe a job gives someone the right to think they are superior....but whats a job when all said and done...they can get fired like anybody else...

Good luck!

Fear of Confrontation?

do the exact thing that you are afraid to do. afraid of confrentation? you confront all of your fears, regardless of what your mind is telling you to do. take control of your mind, and this phase will pass.

Fear of Confrontation?

The fear of confrontation or conflict is rarely common for both men and women. Most are afraid that a confrontation or conflict can lead to physical fighting or even death. I honestly feel that the effects that you are experiencing don%26#039;t have anything to do with the fear. It could possibly be that you have a small heart problem that only comes to your attention during those times. Being afraid of conflict or confrontation is not only normal, but in my opinion smart. Confrontation and conflict only leads to drama which can cause stress and other serious health conditions. Do avoid conflict and confrontation when possible. BUT HOWEVER...don%26#039;t be a complete doormat..disrespect towards you should be acknowledged and confronted.

Fear of Confrontation?

I am limited in the pyschology field, however I%26#039;ll throw in my two cents despite. I would say take it on slowly. For example, at work, get to know people that are a higher level in the company, but not the boss right off the bat. This will build confidence. You will realize that we%26#039;re all people and most people are very personable. Besides that, it%26#039;s all in your head. Since you clearly know this, know that you control your mind, nothing else. In the end, it%26#039;s you who needs to get the job done.

Fear of Confrontation?

It doesn%26#039;t matter what age you are or where you are in your life a confrontation is never easy or fun. whether it is having someone yell at you are delivering bad news depending on how it is received it could lead to a confrontation. Living your life avoiding them is not easy nor are you living your life to the fullest.

I hate confrontations but if you don%26#039;t want to be treated as a doormat all your life you will have to stand up for yourself at some point. It doesn%26#039;t mean the heart racing or sweaty palms will go away because it doesn%26#039;t fully ...trust me it doesn%26#039;t, to this day I still get clammy hands or racing heart depending on the situation but no one knows but me. I don%26#039;t cry anymore but that was because I didn%26#039;t want anyone to have that kind of power over me to think they could push me around.

It took me a lot of pumping myself up %26amp; being shot down to be able to realize that not everyone in a position of authority is right %26amp; that I have to respect myself to ensure that I will be treated with respect. To this day I know there are people that think I am a pushover because I don%26#039;t yell an scream all the time or get upset if something cruel is said to me...because I look at the source %26amp; know that one day I will be far from that place %26amp; for now this is a means to an end so if they say information that in useful I take it and ignore the rest.

It took me a long time to get to that peaceful place in me I know that you will find it too. So don%26#039;t fret your time will come.

:)

I hope this helps you.

Fear of Confrontation?

i have the same problem but i assume its just because when i was younger i was always told off for it i now fear it so if u get ne help pass it on