What is fear?

Fear in the New Psychology of DREVO

In DREVO's New Psychology, fear is viewed as a natural defense mechanism of the psyche, the purpose of which is to preserve a person's life and warn them of potential danger.

Fear is not man's enemy.

It is one of the most ancient defense systems of the body.

Thanks to fear, a person is able to avoid threats, make decisions faster, and mobilize forces in critical situations.

Therefore, fear in itself is not a psychological problem.

It becomes a problem when it begins to manage a person’s life instead of him.

What is fear?

Fear is a psychophysiological reaction of the body to a real or perceived threat.

• When the brain perceives danger, the body begins to prepare for action.
• The functioning of the nervous system changes.
• The heartbeat accelerates.
• Breathing becomes more rapid.
• The muscles tense.
• Attention increases.
• The body goes into high alert mode.
• All these changes help to increase the likelihood of survival.

Why does fear arise?

Fear appears when the psyche evaluates a situation as dangerous.

The danger may be:

• physical;
• social;
• emotional;
• economic;
• moral;
• existential.

Sometimes the danger is real.

Sometimes it exists only in a person's expectations.

The psyche reacts not only to events, but also to their subjective assessment.

Types of fear

Fear can be conditionally divided into several levels.

Biological fear

Fear for life and health.

It helps to avoid physical threats.

Social fear

• Fear of rejection.
• Ridiculed.
• Lose respect.
• To be left alone.

Psychological fear

• Fear of mistakes.
• Failures.
• Changes.
• Loss of control.
• Unknowns.

Existential fear

• Fear of death.
• Loneliness.
• Meaninglessness.
• Loss of one's own self.

Such questions are studied not only by psychology, but also by philosophy.

Fear and the subconscious

The subconscious strives to preserve life.

Therefore, it often overestimates the danger rather than underestimates it.

This was useful during human evolution.

However, in modern life, the same mechanisms can cause excessive anxiety in situations that are not objectively life-threatening.

Fear and consciousness

• Consciousness is able to assess the situation more accurately.
• It helps answer the questions:
• Is there really a danger?
• How big is it?
• What can I do?
• Thus consciousness does not destroy fear.
• It helps to use it as a source of information.

Fear and will

Fear does not disappear through willpower.

Willpower helps a person act despite fear if the action corresponds to his values ​​and is truly necessary.

Courage is not the absence of fear.

Courage is the ability to remain aware and act responsibly in spite of it.

When does fear become a problem?

Fear ceases to perform a protective function when:

• appears without an objective reason;
• becomes permanent;
• completely controls human behavior;
• deprives of freedom of choice;
• interferes with development;
• turns into chronic anxiety or avoidance.

In such cases, a person may need psychological or medical help.

How to work with fear?

• In New Psychology DREVO, the goal is not to eliminate fear.
• The task is to learn to understand it.
• Useful:

• identify the source of fear;
• separate real threats from perceived ones;
• strengthen the body and health;
• develop awareness;
• gradually encounter surmountable difficulties;
• seek support if fear becomes excessive.

Fear decreases as knowledge, experience and confidence increase.

The main principle

• Fear seeks to protect life.
• Consciousness helps to understand the situation.
• Will helps to act.
• Values ​​determine direction.

When these elements work in concert, fear ceases to be a person's master and becomes his advisor.

Definition

Fear is a natural psychophysiological reaction of the body to a real or perceived threat, designed to protect life and increase readiness for action.

In DREVO's New Psychology, fear is viewed as a necessary self-preservation mechanism. Its purpose is to warn of danger, not to control a person's life.

A person's maturity is determined not by the absence of fear, but by the ability to understand it, to distinguish real threats from imaginary ones, and to make informed decisions guided by reason, will, and one's values.

What is anxiety?

Anxiety in the New Psychology of DREVO

In New Psychology DREVO, anxiety is viewed as a state of heightened readiness of the psyche and body for possible danger, uncertainty, or future events.

While fear arises as a reaction to a specific threat, anxiety is more often associated with the anticipation of a possible threat.

• Fear answers the question:
• "Is the danger here yet?"
• Anxiety asks:
• "What if danger appears?"

What is anxiety?

Anxiety is a psychophysiological state of anticipation of possible danger, accompanied by increased attention, internal tension and the body's readiness for action.

It helps a person to notice risks in advance, plan for the future and avoid potential threats.

Therefore, anxiety, like fear, is a natural part of the psyche.

Why is anxiety necessary?

Without anxiety, a person would be too careless.

It is anxiety that helps:

• prepare for the exam;
• check security;
• plan a trip;
• take care of your health;
• think about the future;
• avoid rash decisions.

Moderate anxiety helps a person to be attentive and responsible.

When does anxiety become a problem?

• Anxiety stops helping when it becomes too much.
• It begins to drain a person.
• Appears:

• constant internal stress;
• difficulty relaxing;
• sleep disturbance;
• the feeling that “something is about to happen”;
• inability to concentrate;
• chronic fatigue;
• avoidance of ordinary life situations.

In such cases, anxiety no longer protects a person, but limits his life.

Why does anxiety arise?

Anxiety can be increased by various factors.

Biological:

• chronic fatigue;
• lack of sleep;
• some diseases;
• hormonal imbalances;
• use of certain substances, including excess caffeine.

Psychological:

• uncertainty;
• difficult life experience;
• internal conflicts;
• constant expectation of failure.

Social:

• instability;
• information overload;
• long-term conflicts;
• lack of support.

Usually anxiety arises under the influence of several factors at the same time.

Anxiety and the body

• Anxiety always manifests itself not only in thoughts.
• It is reflected in the body.
• May appear:

• increased heart rate;
• muscle tension;
• shallow breathing;
• a feeling of heaviness in the chest;
• sweating;
• shiver;
• digestive problems;
• feeling of fatigue.

This is associated with the activation of the nervous system and the preparation of the body for possible actions.

Anxiety and consciousness

Consciousness can both increase and decrease anxiety.

When a person constantly imagines the worst possible scenarios, anxiety increases.

If he analyzes the situation, checks the facts and makes a realistic plan of action, the anxiety level often decreases.

Therefore, knowledge and clarity reduce uncertainty.

Anxiety and will

Willpower helps a person not to submit completely to anxiety.

It allows you to continue to act even when internal anxiety persists.

Overcoming anxiety does not happen through fighting feelings, but through gradually strengthening confidence, experience, and the ability to cope with difficulties.

How to reduce anxiety?

In the New Psychology DREVO, anxiety is seen as a signal requiring attention.

Useful:

• identify the source of uncertainty;
• separate real risks from assumptions;
• restore sleep and rest patterns;
• maintain physical activity;
• limit information overload;
• discuss your experiences with loved ones or a specialist;
• focus on what is truly under your control.

If anxiety becomes persistent and seriously disrupts your life, it is important to seek professional help.

The main principle

• Anxiety warns of possible danger.
• Consciousness evaluates its probability.
• Will helps to act.
• Experience gradually transforms the unknown into the known.

The more understanding and inner stability a person acquires, the less room there is for helpless anxiety.

Definition

Anxiety is a natural psychophysiological state of anticipation of possible danger or uncertainty, which helps a person prepare for future events and take precautions.

In DREVO's New Psychology, anxiety is viewed as a useful coping mechanism that only becomes a problem when it no longer corresponds to the real situation, deprives a person of freedom of choice, and interferes with a fulfilling life.

Fear warns of present danger. Anxiety warns of possible future danger. Personal maturity lies in the ability to distinguish between the two and maintain clarity of thought even in the face of uncertainty.