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Examples Of Irrational Fears

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Everyone has fears that cover the spectrum of irrational and rational. Realistic ones are human nature; they are there to keep us alive. No knowledgeable human would poke a jellyfish, everyone would respond in the way they feel would best to keep them alive, it is simply human instinct. Not getting stung by a jellyfish is something I plan to never happen to myself, since I will avoid any chance. Getting stung is a real threat though, justifying my thoughts of the creature. Irrational fears are derived from past experiences or stories that cause you to be terrified of things that are non-threatening or are frankly extremely unlikely happen to you; loud, new places where I am with noone I know well are irrational ones I am guilty of. Coping with

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