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30 Days to Taming Your Fears: Practical Help for a More Peaceful and Productive Life
Deborah Smith Pegues, behavioral specialist and bestselling author of 30 days to Taming Your Tongue (more than 500,000 copies sold), sheds light on rational and irrational fears and offers readers a path of hope and assurance.
With her trademark clarity and practical wisdom, Deborah addresses spiritual, relational, physical safety, financial, and emotional fears with godly principles and straightforward helps. Each step of the way, she gives readers power over fear by helping them understand:
the foundation of their fears God's perspective on their specific anxiety, fear, or phobia how to respond to fear triggers with information, awareness, and confidence ways to embrace healthy fears and to resist unhealthy ones how neutralizing their fears maximizes their life
This will be an invaluable resource for anyone walking the minefield of constant apprehensions who is ready to exchange fear for the peace which passes all understanding.
- GenresSelf Help
208 pages, Mass Market Paperback
First published June 4, 2011
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May 9, 2020
Good book on overcoming different fears
This was a good book in dealing with certain fears from a biblical standpoint. I definitely highlighted the scriptures that I will use in dealing with some fears and phobias. I even recognized fears I never thought I had until reading this book. Thanks to the author for such a helpful book.
This was a good book in dealing with certain fears from a biblical standpoint. I definitely highlighted the scriptures that I will use in dealing with some fears and phobias. I even recognized fears I never thought I had until reading this book. Thanks to the author for such a helpful book.
June 19, 2019
We are Overcomers
I enjoyed reading this book. I loved that not only were there helpful tips, but she used the Word of God as her main points of reference. There is no fear when we put our faith and trust in God. We are overcomers.
I enjoyed reading this book. I loved that not only were there helpful tips, but she used the Word of God as her main points of reference. There is no fear when we put our faith and trust in God. We are overcomers.
October 31, 2020
A Must Read
Great insight into our common fears and proactive ways of dealing with them including the wisdom of God's Word too
Great insight into our common fears and proactive ways of dealing with them including the wisdom of God's Word too
September 26, 2023
Again Mrs. Smith Pegues provided good practical guidance on how to acknowledge and face our fears with faith and the word of God.
June 11, 2011
MY REVIEW:
I like the concept of 30 Days to Taming Your Fears - although I don't like the idea of putting an exact number on how long it should take one to tame their fears - but I think that this book on fear misses it's mark on getting to the heart of the matter. Deborah has provided a comprehensive look - day by day - of many of the fears that we face and has also provided many practical tips for overcoming them. But as someone well acquainted with fear, I know that these tips don't dig down deep enough to truly tame the fears that rise up within.
Shortly in to the book Deborah says "I believe with all my heart "that all things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are the called according to His purpose" (Roman 8:28) - even if I never comprehend what the "good" is. Therefore, I never asked, "Why me?" Because she leaves off verse 29 no one will ever be able to see the "good" in all situations - which is to grow more and more into the likeness of the Son, Jesus Christ, through the shaping and molding that all things in our life produces. It is faulty, surface level beliefs like this one that continue through out this book and while they may be informative and change your thoughts for a few moments, they do not change the core problem which in turn provides long term change.
It's a cute book with an appealing cover and title, but it's not one to read.
BOOK OVERVIEW:
Deborah Smith Pegues, behavioral specialist and bestselling author of 30 days to Taming Your Tongue (more than 500,000 copies sold), sheds light on rational and irrational fears and offers readers a path of hope and assurance.
With her trademark clarity and practical wisdom, Deborah addresses spiritual, relational, physical safety, financial, and emotional fears with godly principles and straightforward helps. Each step of the way, she gives readers power over fear by helping them understand:
-the foundation of their fears
-God's perspective on their specific anxiety, fear, or phobia
-how to respond to fear triggers with information, awareness, and confidence
-ways to embrace healthy fears and to resist unhealthy ones
-how neutralizing their fears maximizes their life
This will be an invaluable resource for anyone walking the minefield of constant apprehensions who is ready to exchange fear for the peace which passes all understanding.
* * * * *
This book was provided for review courtesy of Harvest House Publishers but the opinion expressed is my own.
I like the concept of 30 Days to Taming Your Fears - although I don't like the idea of putting an exact number on how long it should take one to tame their fears - but I think that this book on fear misses it's mark on getting to the heart of the matter. Deborah has provided a comprehensive look - day by day - of many of the fears that we face and has also provided many practical tips for overcoming them. But as someone well acquainted with fear, I know that these tips don't dig down deep enough to truly tame the fears that rise up within.
Shortly in to the book Deborah says "I believe with all my heart "that all things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are the called according to His purpose" (Roman 8:28) - even if I never comprehend what the "good" is. Therefore, I never asked, "Why me?" Because she leaves off verse 29 no one will ever be able to see the "good" in all situations - which is to grow more and more into the likeness of the Son, Jesus Christ, through the shaping and molding that all things in our life produces. It is faulty, surface level beliefs like this one that continue through out this book and while they may be informative and change your thoughts for a few moments, they do not change the core problem which in turn provides long term change.
It's a cute book with an appealing cover and title, but it's not one to read.
BOOK OVERVIEW:
Deborah Smith Pegues, behavioral specialist and bestselling author of 30 days to Taming Your Tongue (more than 500,000 copies sold), sheds light on rational and irrational fears and offers readers a path of hope and assurance.
With her trademark clarity and practical wisdom, Deborah addresses spiritual, relational, physical safety, financial, and emotional fears with godly principles and straightforward helps. Each step of the way, she gives readers power over fear by helping them understand:
-the foundation of their fears
-God's perspective on their specific anxiety, fear, or phobia
-how to respond to fear triggers with information, awareness, and confidence
-ways to embrace healthy fears and to resist unhealthy ones
-how neutralizing their fears maximizes their life
This will be an invaluable resource for anyone walking the minefield of constant apprehensions who is ready to exchange fear for the peace which passes all understanding.
* * * * *
This book was provided for review courtesy of Harvest House Publishers but the opinion expressed is my own.
August 19, 2011
Fear seems to be constantly around us. In the news, personal fears,professional fears, a moment doesn't go by that we don't seem to be battling a phobia, or thoughts of "what if", "...but", "maybe" and other slew of fears that keeps us from moving forward, and often either stuck in a past that we no longer have control or can change, or prevent us from having a future that means a second chance or an opportunity for growth.
Not a cure all solution, but rather a proactive, take a step forward,"30 Days to Taming Your Fears", challenges, encourages and helps the reader face the fears that keep them from moving on, from growing into the person, our Father in Heaven, calls us to be, and to erase those nagging doubts that seem to whisper to us, late at night, in the form of others, or maybe in memories that holds us back.
A small paperback book that can easily fit into a purse, a bag, and on the nightstand,"30 Days to Taming Your Fears", is about making those growth encouraging steps so we can move forward in our lives.
Filled with encouraging stories, steps that can be taken and just overall, "you're not alone in this and this can be overcome", the reader, will find, "30 Days to Taming Your Fears", to be a book that shows how like Daniel facing the lions, we too can find the strength and the courage to face the things, be it real or mental, that holds us past.
Life is never going to be perfect, but neither should it be something that is cut short, by the fears that we have, and they are real fears to us, but, Ms. Deborah Smith Pegues, will show you how, you can truly live more of a life as God wants you to live.
So if you find yourself, laying awake at night, haunted by memories that hold you back, or those nagging whispers by those around you, or maybe you say to yourself, to not move forward, I invite you to read, "30 Days to Taming Your Fears" and learn how those fears, those doubts, can indeed be tamed and you can find the strength to move forward, not backwards or standing still.
Not a cure all solution, but rather a proactive, take a step forward,"30 Days to Taming Your Fears", challenges, encourages and helps the reader face the fears that keep them from moving on, from growing into the person, our Father in Heaven, calls us to be, and to erase those nagging doubts that seem to whisper to us, late at night, in the form of others, or maybe in memories that holds us back.
A small paperback book that can easily fit into a purse, a bag, and on the nightstand,"30 Days to Taming Your Fears", is about making those growth encouraging steps so we can move forward in our lives.
Filled with encouraging stories, steps that can be taken and just overall, "you're not alone in this and this can be overcome", the reader, will find, "30 Days to Taming Your Fears", to be a book that shows how like Daniel facing the lions, we too can find the strength and the courage to face the things, be it real or mental, that holds us past.
Life is never going to be perfect, but neither should it be something that is cut short, by the fears that we have, and they are real fears to us, but, Ms. Deborah Smith Pegues, will show you how, you can truly live more of a life as God wants you to live.
So if you find yourself, laying awake at night, haunted by memories that hold you back, or those nagging whispers by those around you, or maybe you say to yourself, to not move forward, I invite you to read, "30 Days to Taming Your Fears" and learn how those fears, those doubts, can indeed be tamed and you can find the strength to move forward, not backwards or standing still.
July 31, 2012
I ordered this book after seeing this author interviewed on television. There is a scripture appendix which is helpful and a powerful fear-banishing prayer at the back of the book. The majority of the book, however,seems somewhat simplistic for anyone suffering from significant fear but I think it's a good starting place.
My favorite piece of advice from the book...(only because it made me LOL) was this advice for fear of rejection...."For example, you may call up a former friend or boyfriend and say, 'Listen, I'd like to get some feedback from you for my personal development. My objective here is not to resume our relationship. I would just like to ask what it was that made you decide to terminate our relationship? I'd really appreciate your honest feedback.' ....maybe it's just me but I'm not thinking a conversation like that is going to be very encouraging or affirming for someone who has a significant fear of rejection.
My favorite piece of advice from the book...(only because it made me LOL) was this advice for fear of rejection...."For example, you may call up a former friend or boyfriend and say, 'Listen, I'd like to get some feedback from you for my personal development. My objective here is not to resume our relationship. I would just like to ask what it was that made you decide to terminate our relationship? I'd really appreciate your honest feedback.' ....maybe it's just me but I'm not thinking a conversation like that is going to be very encouraging or affirming for someone who has a significant fear of rejection.
December 24, 2012
"Make sure your pursuits reflect your true aspirations. Nothing could be worse than climbing the ladder to success and discovering when you reach the top that it was leaning on the wrong building." -Deborah Smith Peques
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July 20, 2011Tour Date: Thursday, August 18
July 12, 2014
There was a couple areas that I really needed to read in psychological and financial.
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