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    How can I increase my courage?
    Klare Heston, LCSW
    Licensed Social Worker
    Klare Heston is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker based in Cleveland, Ohio. With experience in academic counseling and clinical supervision, Klare received her Master of Social Work from the Virginia Commonwealth University in 1983. She also holds a 2-Year Post-Graduate Certificate from the Gestalt Institute of Cleveland, as well as certification in Family Therapy, Supervision, Mediation, and Trauma Recovery and Treatment (EMDR).
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    Ironically, you can increase your courage by acknowledging your fears. We are all afraid of something. Make a list of things or circumstances that you are afraid of. Try coming up with some approaches to these fears...even if you are not yet willing to take any of the steps.
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    How do I become courageous and fearless?
    Klare Heston, LCSW
    Licensed Social Worker
    Klare Heston is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker based in Cleveland, Ohio. With experience in academic counseling and clinical supervision, Klare received her Master of Social Work from the Virginia Commonwealth University in 1983. She also holds a 2-Year Post-Graduate Certificate from the Gestalt Institute of Cleveland, as well as certification in Family Therapy, Supervision, Mediation, and Trauma Recovery and Treatment (EMDR).
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    No one is fearless. Even mountain climbers have something to prove or some fear to overcome. But you can become more courageous in your daily life by tackling some of your smaller fears. Outline steps you can take, give yourself credit each time you take a step, and reward yourself.
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    Can courage be developed?
    Klare Heston, LCSW
    Licensed Social Worker
    Klare Heston is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker based in Cleveland, Ohio. With experience in academic counseling and clinical supervision, Klare received her Master of Social Work from the Virginia Commonwealth University in 1983. She also holds a 2-Year Post-Graduate Certificate from the Gestalt Institute of Cleveland, as well as certification in Family Therapy, Supervision, Mediation, and Trauma Recovery and Treatment (EMDR).
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    Yes, you absolutely can develop your courage. We are all born with some courage; sometimes we have to unlock it. Think of the things you are not afraid of; it is probably a long list. We are all more aware of the things that frighten us and of our weaknesses. Learn to flip that and become more aware of your courage and strengths.
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    How do you practice courage?
    Klare Heston, LCSW
    Licensed Social Worker
    Klare Heston is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker based in Cleveland, Ohio. With experience in academic counseling and clinical supervision, Klare received her Master of Social Work from the Virginia Commonwealth University in 1983. She also holds a 2-Year Post-Graduate Certificate from the Gestalt Institute of Cleveland, as well as certification in Family Therapy, Supervision, Mediation, and Trauma Recovery and Treatment (EMDR).
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    You can practice courage by trying to take small steps toward overcoming your fears. Start with one of your lesser fears—don't start with your largest fear. Remember to take small steps. Acknowledge your steps toward greater courage.
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