Question

Suppose your younger brother is afraid of going out in the dark at night. How would you dispel his fear of darkness?

Answer 1

I would first listen to my younger brother and understand what exactly frightens him. I would explain that darkness itself is not dangerous and that our imagination can sometimes make ordinary things seem frightening. I would gradually help him become comfortable with darkness, such as by sitting with him near a window or using a small night-light. I would never make fun of his fear or force him into a situation that makes him extremely uncomfortable. With patience and reassurance, he would gradually become more confident.