Don’t Let Fear Consume You 4 STRATEGIES TO OVERCOME FEAR
Creamy Parmesan Orecchiette 3. Practice mindfulness. Mindfulness is when you’re paying full attention to the present moment. The practice can also help you become more aware of your fears. You first want to identify your behavior and symptoms that help you identify when 2. Positively use your imagination. An active imagination can be both helpful and harmful. For example, if you fear something, your imagination can heighten it and make it seem much worse than it actually is. So, instead of letting your imagination run wild down the wrong path, use it as a tool to overcome them. When you’re calm and relaxed, think of a situation that causes you fear; immerse yourself in this idea, but imagine that you handle the situation peacefully without any hiccups or stress. As we approach Halloween, now is a great time to discuss fears. Some fears can help protect us in some situations, but some can hinder us. You may limit yourself and your abilities if fear and anxiety consume you. Here are four strategies you can use to help you overcome your fears. 1. Learn more about your fears. The first step is always the hardest, but it’s necessary. To overcome your fears, you first need to understand why you’re afraid. You don’t want to suppress your fear in hopes that it will go away — because it won’t. It will only make your fear stronger. But when you face your fear, you begin to see things you haven’t noticed before. This awareness helps you overcome it.
you’re in fear. But instead of trying to stop these fears from occurring, let the thoughts, feelings, and symptoms come over you. Doing this will raise your self-awareness and prevent you from doing things you would typically do to suppress this feeling of fear.
4. Talk about it. Sometimes, talking will help relieve some of the stress you’re feeling. By voicing your thoughts, you may feel better after it’s out in the open. You may even discover solutions as you’re talking. You can either confide in someone you trust who will be a sounding board, or you can speak out loud to yourself. We all have fears and things we are afraid of, but you’re bigger and stronger than they are. With some practice and resources, you can create habits that will enable you to overcome anything that stands in your way.
Ingredients
For pasta: • 16 oz orecchiette • 3 cups cubed butternut squash • 3 cups broccolini • Olive oil • Salt, to taste • Ground black pepper, to taste • Pumpkin seeds
For sauce: • 3 tbsp butter • 2 cloves garlic • 1–2 tsp fresh minced thyme • 3 tbsp flour • 2–3 cups chicken broth • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese • Lemon juice, to taste • Salt, to taste
Directions
1. Cook orecchiette according to package directions. 2. On two baking sheets, place veggies. Drizzle with olive oil, salt, and pepper, and roast at 400 F for 20–30 minutes until tender. 3. In a pan, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and thyme, then sauté until soft. Add flour and whisk until smooth. Pour in the chicken broth 1/2 cup at a time, whisking to incorporate. Finish with Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, and salt. 4. Toss everything together. Top generously with pumpkin seeds and Parmesan cheese.
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