Fear | Risk & Reward

What is fear?

• A natural emotion that all humans feel

• Being present in the moment and focusing on your thoughts and feelings

• The positive outcome that we hope to achieve

• When we do something that might have a negative outcome

What is anxiety?

• A response to danger where we either face it or run away

• Practicing facing fear in small steps

• A feeling of worry or fear when there is no real danger

• When we do something that might have a negative outcome

What happens to our body when we feel fear?

• Our heart beats slower

• Our breathing slows down

• Our muscles relax

• Our heart beats faster, our breathing quickens, and our muscles tense up

What is the fight or flight response?

• The positive outcome that we hope to achieve

• A response to danger where we either face it or run away

• A natural emotion that all humans feel

• When we do something that might have a negative outcome

What is risk?

• When we do something that might have a negative outcome

• A feeling of worry or fear when there is no real danger

• Practicing facing fear in small steps

• The positive outcome that we hope to achieve

What is reward?

• The positive outcome that we hope to achieve

• A feeling of worry or fear when there is no real danger

• Practicing facing fear in small steps

• A natural emotion that all humans feel

Can fear be helpful when it comes to risk?

• Yes

• No

Can fear stop us from taking risks that might lead to a reward?

• Yes

• No

What is exposure therapy?

• Practicing facing fear in small steps

• A type of medicine

• A type of exercise

• A type of dance move

What is mindfulness?

• Being present in the moment and focusing on your thoughts and feelings

• Practicing facing fear in small steps

• The positive outcome that we hope to achieve

• A feeling of worry or fear when there is no real danger