First off, the question we want the answers to is, What is fear and why does it affect us? To answer that question you need to get …show more content…
Fear comes from when you are not sure of what is going to happen next. That is when your brain sends a signal through your nervous system, letting your body know that you are afraid. When you are placed into a fearful situation, it is best to understand why you are scared so that you can weigh out your options on what to do. Once you have your options sorted then you act appropriately to overcome the fear thus moving on with life.
In addition, understanding fear is only the beginning. Knowing how to handle your actions comes next. There are several different ways to use your authority the right way when placed in a fearful situation. The first thing to do would be to look at the pros and cons of the situation. For example, in the novel Hatchet, Brian saw his pilot have a heart attack and die right in front of him. Not only that, but he also survived a deadly plane crash. Now Brian is stranded in the middle of nowhere surrounded by woods. At this moment in time, brian is the authority, he has to use his powers in order to survive the situation that he is in. We know that fear is racing through his body because he is