I am terrified of sudden popping sounds, like popping bubble wrap, balloons, etcetera.
Everyone I know thinks it's hilarious, and when they have the chance to, they take advantage of it to scare me. I've had people chase me with over-inflated balloons and air-filled packaging before.
My boyfriend even put industrial bubble wrap on the floor in front of the bathroom door, so when I stepped out onto it, it made several popping noises, and it scared me so bad I almost cried.
So, guys, is it normal? Or is this an irrational fear? I honestly have no idea, because people think I'm weird when I tell them about it.
Everyone I know thinks it's hilarious, and when they have the chance to, they take advantage of it to scare me. I've had people chase me with over-inflated balloons and air-filled packaging before.
My boyfriend even put industrial bubble wrap on the floor in front of the bathroom door, so when I stepped out onto it, it made several popping noises, and it scared me so bad I almost cried.
So, guys, is it normal? Or is this an irrational fear? I honestly have no idea, because people think I'm weird when I tell them about it.
What's not normal is what the people around you are doing. They're being cruel. Try to find better and more understanding people if you can. If they don't change and if you don't look elsewhere, your phobia will continue to worsen. No one should have to be in a situation like that!