What were strategies that helped the narrator overcome his fear of water that one can apply when facing any major fear? Explain any two.
Ans. William O Douglas adopted some
strategies to overcome his fear of water and finally came out as a perfect
swimmer. First, he did not allow fear to overpower his mind. He did not allow
himself to lose his consciousness. Second, he engaged an instructor to teach
him the skill of swimming systematically. These two strategies were adopted by
William O Douglas.