Feel the Fear and Do It Anyway by Susan Jeffers

By Rachel Newcombe View Profile
Susan Jeffer's bestselling Feel the Fear and Do It Anyway is a necessary read for anyone who has ever grappled with fear in their life, especially those who have been prevented from moving forward. The author takes the seemingly logical premise that thinking about our fears, be it flying, job interviews, change or control, is always much worse than actually facing it head on. Susan believes fear exists at three levels - the actual surface fear, the underlying deeper fear and the fear that you can't handle it. Many people develop coping strategies by reducing contact with the situation / event that causes the fear. Although it protects them and creates a feeling of safety, in actuality the fear is still there lurking beneath the surface.

Through anecdotal evidence, illustrative stories, personal guidance and practical prompts, Susan gently guides readers through the process of understanding, facing, and conquering, fears. What's good is that it isn't in the slightest bit patronising. She shows that there's no need to feel scared or embarrassed about your fear, and that it is possible to beat it. Written with passion and enthusiasm, this book will help you turn negatives into positives and put fear well and truly out of your life.