How to Overcome a Fear of Water

Water is the cradle of life and the life of humans revolve around the presence of water. Despite this fact there are many who have the fear of water. There are extreme cases of hydro-phobia in which people are afraid even to take a bath. However following the simple steps given below can help you overcome this fear.

Instructions

    • 1

      Find a friend who you are comfortable with to accompany you into the water. Your partner need not be an expert in water or swimming and can be at the same level as you in water.Support and motivation is very important.

    • 2

      Start by spending some time near the water. Play ball at the beach or take a walk near the lake.Take it at your own pace.This trains the brain that water is not dangerous and could be fun.

    • 3

      Feel the water.Sit near the swimming pool dipping your legs alone in the water. Continue doing this for sometime till you're comfortable with water.

    • 4

      Try to get into a swimming pool or a pond which is shallow. Make sure the water level is not above your waist. You do not want to have the feeling of drowning or choking .Relax and breathe normally.

    • 5

      Consider hypnotherapy or a Neuro-linguistic program to dispel your fear of water.