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Instead, do this
If you read enough books and articles during your life, you’ll likely come across information communicating an increased risk of disease if you do or are exposed to x variable.
Some of the information is relatively true, but much of it is fear-based.
Fear is one of the primary ways to mobilize people into action. Making a decision based on fear is a common habit.
And if we believe something, it can become our reality. If you believe x will cause cancer, maybe it will. If you believe you’ll contract cancer if you do y, maybe you will. We tend to manifest our beliefs more than anything.
Switch up the language.
If there is valid research backing medical advice, then find a way to implement it without attaching the action to fear.
Example
Sunscreen helps mitigate less friendly effects from occurring in our bodies when we expose ourselves to ultraviolet (UV) radiation.
No need to get scared; be proactive and add things in your lifestyle that mitigate potentially less friendly things from affecting your life.
This content is for informational purposes only — not professional advice. Consult a qualified professional before making any major decisions.