Make a plan of action that is in direct opposition to your fear. Instead of reacting to what we fear, form an action that is based on what we desire. Example: I want a raise. It does not matter how my boss feels about me. What matters is: Am I willing to act on my desire regardless of how fearful it may be?

If the answer is yes – congratulations, your freedom has begun. Go do it and see how your attitude about fear begins to change. If the answer is no, then we have to break the fear down into manageable parts until we reach the desired result.

For example:

1. Write an inventory of your job performance over the last year highlighting your strengths and what you have accomplished as a result of them.
2. Review your weaknesses and what you have done to minimize their affects or to overcome them. Make it impressive. Allow yourself to feel good about what you have done.
3. Pray for the courage, take a deep breath, and then send it to your boss.
4. When your boss responds favorably to your evaluation, ask for a rise.
5. Then, good luck with your boss.