getting rid of the fear of getting cancer/disease?I am a 20 year old male. I have this fear of getting some kind of cancer, and I cannot seem to get over this fear. The last 3 to 4 months, I have had this overwelming hear, causing me to be diagnosed with anxiety and panic attacks. I feel that every ache and pain could be the beginnings of cancer. it has effected my train of thought, my grades in college, my social life. It runs my life, and I need help. Any ideas of how to conquer this fear? anyone ever have to deal with this fear? any remedies would help!
Answer by Jemsgirl
Oh Wow!!! Totally sounds like me. I've dealt with this crazy fear for the majority of my life. Not always. On and off. I always tell myself, "What is the worst that could happen?" Get Cancer. Ok, if I get Cancer, what am I going to do? Fight it. OK, I don't have Cancer now. So, if I do get it, I'll fight it. Now, I move on.
You are 20 years old. In all likelihood, you don't have Cancer!!!! We all get aches and pains. That's life. I know it's easier said than done, but do you want to live your life with this unsettling fear when nothing is wrong with you? Or, do you want to enjoy life? I bet you want to enjoy it. Let the fear come into your mind. Don't dismiss it. I found dismissing a fear makes me fear it more. Let it come in. Talk to it. Reason with it (see above) and then move on. I know it sounds like so simple to do, but I promise you, it works. I've learned this technique over the years. I have OCD and GAD. So, please trust me on this. You will overcome it. It's called Fear, not Cancer. You can conquer this fear, I promise. =)
Blessings!!!
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