Fear can be a difficult thing to overcome. We all feel it to a certain degree, but when it becomes debilitating, it can cause real difficulties in our lives.

I am someone who has suffered from debilitating fear. There was a time in my life where I felt too fearful to even leave my house. Although I’ve now, thankfully, gotten to a healthier place, there are days where it still starts to creep up on me.

I learned that my fear was directly linked to my level of self-love. The more I loved myself, the less fear I felt. So, on days where I’m feeling particularly insecure, fear is never far behind.

One way I boost my self-love is through positive affirmations.

I have used positive affirmations many times in my life. They have proven to be a powerful tool in helping me get through any challenging situation I may be facing at the time.

Here’s how I use them: I write or find a positive affirmation that speaks to my particular need, place it on a post-it note somewhere visible, and repeat it day after day until it starts to stick. I slowly begin to see I shift in my thinking.

If you’re currently struggling to overcome your fear, here are 50+ positive affirmations for fear that I’ve written that I hope will be helpful to you.

And if you’re not finding an affirmation that you connect with, try writing your very own.

Some tips for writing an affirmation:

• keep it brief
• be specific
• keep it in the present tense
• keep it positive (i.e. “I am” instead of “I am not”)

Related: The Self-Help Book About Fear That Changed My Life

Here are 50+ Positive Affirmations For Overcoming Fear:

1. I am brave enough to take chances.
2. I can handle anything that comes my way.
3. My setbacks make me stronger.
4. I am strong and powerful.
5. My struggles are opportunities to grow.
6. I am capable of achieving my goals.
7. My confidence continues to grow.
8. My abilities are limitless.
9. I believe in myself.
10. I deserve to be happy.
11. I release fear, tension, and stress.
12. I am creating the life of my dreams.
13. I can do anything I put my mind to.
14. I look to my future with hope and happiness.
15. I am doing the best I can.
16. I am grateful for who I am.
17. I am overcoming all obstacles.
18. I am finding it easier to move forward without fear.
19. I breathe in strength and breathe out fear.
20. I am confident and determined.
21. Today, I am living fearlessly.
22. I am protected by the universe.
23. I let go of any judgements of myself.
24. I love myself unconditionally.
25. My dreams are worth fighting for.
26. I have what it takes to conquer my fears.
27. I deserve to be healthy.
28. I am resilient and never give up.
29. I courageously protect my happiness.
30. I am calm and at peace.
31. I am transforming my life into a happy one.
32. I release all self-doubt.
33. I feel the fear and do it anyway.
34. I have the power to change my life.
35. I accept myself.
36. I am healing.
37. My life is worth fighting for.
38. I am overcoming fear by pushing through it.
39. I have a bright future.
40. I am proud of all my accomplishments.
41. My body is full of strength and beauty.
42. Today, I have everything I need to succeed.
43. I am blessed for this new day of opportunity.
44. I am motivated and inspired to chase my dreams.
45. I am excited about my life.
46. I persist until I succeed.
47. I release the pain of my past.
48. Facing my fears empowers me.
49. I am living my life courageously.
50. I embrace change because it helps me grow.
51. I am full of confidence and enthusiasm.
52. I embrace the mistakes I have made because they help me grow.

Let’s chat! What are your favourite positive affirmations for overcoming fear?