It is strange, going about your daily business when you are suddenly struck with the realisation that you are afraid of something completely irrational. Recently I realised that I have several strange and clearly irrational fears - yet I can't help it (they make me so anxious).
So here are my top four irrational fears depicted through pictures and words.
1. Taxidermy animals.
I don't know what it is, but going to museums make me crazy nervous. My main fear in this area is of taxidermy animals, but can also extend to mannequins in museum like set-ups.
2. Aquariums.
This was recently brought up again when I went to a plant and aquarium shop. I don't know what it is, but having those tanks full of fish, towering around me makes me feel on edge.
I know it's silly.
3. Puffy eyes.
This is a recent one, but I have become somewhat afraid of getting something in my eyes and having them puff up so much that I can't see.
4. The dark.
I feel like this is a somewhat common one, but I am afraid of the dark. I guess it's less of a fear of the dark, but what may be in the dark. Thankfully this fear has become less intense as I have gotten older and is something I am working on.
I know, I know. I am odd and probably a little crazy, but I think it's good to remember that we all experience things differently and have different ways of viewing moments and situations - something I am trying to be more conscious of. Because you never know what someone is going through, perhaps they have severe anxiety, maybe they are dealing with lots of stuff at home, perhaps they are absolutely terrified of spiders or have problems with trusting people. What i'm trying to get at, is that we should be mindful of others and be respectful of where people are at, even when it's hard to understand.
Oh! And remember, that going to the museum isn't everyone's idea of a 'fun day'.
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