Answer by gnasher729 for How can I overcome irrational fears of being out in...
If you are afraid to be outside in the dark in situations where you rationally know that it is safe (enough), then it is a psychological problem. The best way to fix it is to get psychiatric treatment....
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Another thing that is very helpful is to get acquainted with the route in the daylight. Once you are running in a familiar environment, you'll no more startle at shadows, and you'll be more responsive...
View ArticleAnswer by Bad Sector for How can I overcome irrational fears of being out in...
As with a lot of other people here, I am not a professional psychologist, but I know what worked for me. When I was younger, I was terrified of the dark. How I overcame this problem was identifying...
View ArticleAnswer by Michael for How can I overcome irrational fears of being out in the...
I think it’s quite normal to feel at least a bit scared when running in the dark. Especially when it’s pitch-black forests with all kinds of noises and you know the closest settlement is several...
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As a starting point, it's worth noting you're not being paranoid. Walking or running at nighttime does place you at risk of potential harm and it's advisable to take that into account when conducting a...
View ArticleAnswer by ab2 for How can I overcome irrational fears of being out in the dark?
I am not a psychologist or anything in that field, and I have never been afraid of the dark. Just lucky, I guess. However, I will try to be helpful.My impression from limited reading about conquering...
View ArticleHow can I overcome irrational fears of being out in the dark?
I'm a little embarassed I have to ask this but figured I cannot possibly be the only one who's had this problem.I've gotten into (trail)running semi-seriously earlier this year. Considering how great...
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