Guest Stanley Popovich on How Not to Let Fear Ruin Your Current Relationship
Mr. Popovich is stopping here today as part of his virtual tour.
Fear, anxiety and stress can be a factor in destroying a relationship. Fear can lead to many personal problems for a specific person in a relationship and/or fear can create additional problems in a relationship. As a result, here is a list of techniques on how not to let fear and anxiety ruin a relationship.
Learn as much as you can in managing anxiety and depression. There are many books and much information that will educate you on how to deal with fear and anxiety. Share this information with your partner or spouse. Education is the key in finding the answers you’re looking for in managing your fears. In addition, be understanding and patient with the person struggling with their fears.
Communication is the key in a relationship. Do not assume anything. When encountering stressful situations, always remember to get all of the facts of the given situation. Gathering the facts can prevent us from relying on exaggerated and fearful assumptions. By focusing on the facts, a person can rely on what is reality and what is not.
Talk with your spouse about your stressful problems. If you can, ask your spouse if she is having any problems and if there is anything you can do about it. Talking with your spouse is very important and can prevent potential conflicts from turning into arguments.
Build on your common interests as a last resort. When dealing with your problems in a relationship, focus on the things that you both agree on. Use that as your base and then start talking about some of the problems that you are experiencing. Learn to compromise with one another to help solve some of your fearful and stressful problems.
When your fears and anxieties are a factor in relationship, seek help from a professional. The key is to be patient, take it slow, and not to give up. In time, you will be able to find those resources that will help you with your problems.
BIOGRAPHY:
Stan Popovich is the author of “A Layman’s Guide to Managing Fear Using Psychology, Christianity and Non Resistant Methods” - an easy to read book that presents a general overview of techniques that are effective in managing persistent fears and anxieties. For additional information go to: http://www.managingfear.com/
December 9th, 2008 at 12:49 am
Thanks for hosting Stan today.
Cheryl
December 9th, 2008 at 1:53 am
My pleasure.
December 9th, 2008 at 3:07 pm
This is a very inspirational piece. It speaks volumes of the need to overcome fears and stress - whihc psychologists will tell you oftne leads to anger. It also touches on some other key facets of any relationship.
I would like to add the Ephesians speaks of the importance of treating eahc other they way we need to be treated. A man must love his wife and a woman must respect her husband. The importance of this behavioir is laid out very well in a book called Men are Like Cake. It can be downloaded at http://www.bakerpublishing.com