Getting over the fear of dropping the bike. (Advice please)

I’ve had my ninja 500 since January 8 and I’ve gotten really comfortable with riding around my small neighborhood. I can comfortably do U-turns and slow speed maneuvers without dropping the bike, but I struggle with fully locking the handlebars and slowing down and passing without putting my foot down. I am extremely afraid to drop the bike, however I feel like if I get over that fear maybe I can get better. Is it a bad idea to lay the bike down and pick her up a couple times on purpose, Or are there better ways to get over that fear?

I’ve had my ninja 500 since January 8 and I’ve gotten really comfortable with riding around my small neighborhood. I can comfortably do U-turns and slow speed maneuvers without dropping the bike, but I struggle with fully locking the handlebars and slowing down and passing without putting my foot down. I am extremely afraid to drop the bike, however I feel like if I get over that fear maybe I can get better. Is it a bad idea to lay the bike down and pick her up a couple times on purpose, Or are there better ways to get over that fear?