Begin Again: 10 ways to overcome fear of new beginnings

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Jerusha: I’m delighted to welcome my good friend and fellow writer, DiAnn Mills, back to the FW Blog! DiAnn is giving away one print or digital copy (winner’s choice) of her new novel, Trace of Doubt, to one of you! So read on and enter the giveaway below! By DiAnn Mills New beginnings often sound exciting, thrilling, and filled with …

Going Public: How to Beat Your Stage Fright in 5 Steps

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I leaned forward and tried to breathe normally, hoping the air might somehow stop the panic that mixed with adrenaline in my stomach and crawled out to my fingers to make them tremble. I’d been doing so well leading up to the presentation, my first public speaking engagement. The talk I was about to give was called Fear Warrior Boot …

An Imperfect Life: Beating Perfectionist Fears with the Perfect Power

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Every time I looked at the Christmas tree this holiday season, it didn’t give me the usual feeling of joy as I admired its nostalgic beauty. Instead, I saw imperfection. The top quarter of the tree was darkened, while the bottom portions were lit with colorful lights, thanks to the top light set going out about two weeks before Christmas …

Fear Warrior Friends: A Chat with Elizabeth Ludwig on Christmas joy, Christmas tears, and fighting fear!

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Jerusha: If this doesn’t get you excited for Christmas, I don’t know what will! Bestselling author Elizabeth Ludwig is sitting down for a chat with us today, AND she’s giving away a free copy (print or digital) of her mystery novel, Garage Sale Secret, to one of you! Leave a comment below after this Christmassy, encouraging interview to enter the …

What If I Fall? 2 Steps to Beat Your Fear of Failure

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A teen girl steps up to the microphone. Her family and friends watch, waiting for the moment when she’ll open her mouth and wow the judges. They all know she has the talent to achieve success with her singing voice. But as she looks out at the audience, her eyes go wide. She freezes. This scene is a familiar one …

Unlovable Me: How to Find Rest from Failure and Fear

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Jerusha: I’m excited to have my filmmaker friend, Evan Atwood, visit us today! Please join me in giving him a big FW community welcome and be sure to read after the post about how you can be involved in his latest film project! By Evan Atwood “You’re a failure.” It’s true. I am… “You might as well sin all the …

For or Against: Finding a Champion to Help You Navigate Life without Fear

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Jerusha: Please join me in giving a big welcome back to Dena Netherton! Dena, a fellow romantic suspense author, has shared fear-fighting tips with us before and this time she’s offering a free print edition of her recent release, Haven’s Hope, to one of you who leaves a comment below. So don’t forget to join the conversation! By Dena Netherton …

Unmasked: How to Slay Perfectionism and Its Fears

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Jerusha: I’m so happy to welcome my dear friend Emily Conrad back to the FW Blog! This time, Emily is sharing some super exciting news–the release of her debut novel, Justice! I had the privilege to preview this Christian women’s fiction romance and, believe me, you will want to get your own copy! To celebrate, Emily is giving away a …