Something completely different.

Why do the things that are so small cause so much fright?

Things that create fright for many, but not for all:

• Mice

• Cockroaches

• Flies

• Ants

• Spiders

• Centipedes and their cousins

• Wasps

• Bees

• Needles

• Viruses

For me, it's spiders. I will literally turn over the entire house if I see a spider. Why?

• I am many times bigger than the spider.  

• I am quite a bit more lethal.

• I am privileged that I can get quality medical care if ever I should be bitten by one and need medical attention.  

I think it's because small things represent big things in our minds.  

A spider is not just a spider. It's something that can move around me without my noticing. A spider can land on me in my sleep and bite me (at least that's what I tell myself). A spider could create more spiders, and they'll land on me in my sleep and bite me.  

Look at all of the levels of fear that I've created from a tiny insect?

Quite honestly, writing it out my fears is helping me understand them a bit more.  

What are you afraid of?