How Do You Overcome Fear Of Water?
Do you fear drowning? Does the mere idea of water flooding your ears and nose fill you with panic? You can overcome this, even if your fear stems from childhood, like mine. Here’s how, with the help of a great friend and good swimmer, I was able to overcome my fear, and learned to love the water. Phobias can be overcome with exposure to what you fear. If your fear of water has been with you since childhood, or from a major trauma, this will require real determination. When your determination is greater than your fear, you can move forward. Set your attitude. Choose a teacher, someone who has no fear of the water, but respects it. Stand in the shallow end of a swimming pool, holding onto the side if you need to. Walk toward the deep end until the water reaches your chest. Take as much time as you need. If you start to feel an adrenaline rush, realize this is a natural response to your fear. Stop and breathe deeply until you can relax. Lean forward and place your face in the water, eyes
