How do i stop my friends and family taking pictures of me???????????????????????

Question

It makes me feel sick when people insist to photograph me, and i wanna die when i see the pictures.

Every time i know there's gonna be a camera around, i always tell or beg people that i don't want my photo taken, but i'm never taken seriously ( story of my life). They usually photograph me when i not supsecting it, then they put them in emails or use them in msn display pictures

I know i probably sounds like a moody *****, but if they knew how i feel when i have my photo taken and then when i see it; they stop.

I hate seeing who and what i've become, i wish with all my heart i could change but i can't.

My birthday is coming up, i know they are gonna want to take photos of me, and i'm scared. I don't to cry or freak out.

What should i do about it??????????????????????

Answer 1

Do you have a question mark fetish ?????????

Answer 2

I had the same hang up when I was a teen
My Dad was a camera freak and I hated having my picture taken.

I started flipping the bird everytime I saw a camera pointed my way. If you want my photo, then you will have to deal with the middle finger.

Thanks to photoshopping and cropping this tactic probably wont work as well nowadays.

Perhaps getting a swastika tat on your forehead might stop them from taking pictures. Or less drastic, get a large brim hat that covers your whole face .

Good luck

Answer 3

I am 43 years old and have never like my picture being taken either. I have always tried to "hid" when the cameras come out. For a long time, my parents thought I was just going through a stage. But as the years went by, they realized that I really meant It. The thing is it may take a while for everyone to realize you mean it too. I know how frustrating it can be. Just keep your cool and try to avoid the camera bugs as much as possible.

Answer 4

These people who suggested you need help should get shot, stabbed, or otherwise maimed. They are not being fair to you.

I too hate my picture being taken, and I really hate seeing pics of my self. My passport is one of the only places you will find a picture, because it's compulsory.

The advice about speaking to the cuplrits before the event is really good. Call them up or go to them, not in writing. Tell them straight and firm that you do not want Photographs taken of you, and you are serious. Make sure you do not smirk, giggle or joke. Be serious, and that will show them you mean business.

If they are true friends, they will respect your wishes and keep the camera away. Sometimes, that gets met with opposition, but when people noticed how serious I was about it, they took the point.

If they do not respect your polite but firm request, then are they really your friends; I thought friends respected the wishes of others.

Some say I am weird for hating my picture being taken, others appreciate the rare pictures of me are really special, while others respect that this is my wish, and they are willing to fulfill it.


Remember, firm, straightforward and forceful is the key.

Answer 5

Hmmm, that would be a tough position but you really need a different outlook on yourself, and of course they will take pictures of you on your birthday, that's something you should be proud of, But anyways try to find something about yourself that you like and think of one everyday until you see yourself as a more positive person and your family sees something in you that you don't, apparently they are proud of you. Ask them to not take much pictures and If they don't stop then find a room and lock yourself in it for a little bit (like 2-5 Min's) so they will take you seriously, and try not to kid around alot while you do this cause that could make them not take you very seriously, other than that I guess you'll have to read the other peoples thought on it.

Answer 6

Honestly, it's probably unhealthy for you to feel that strongly about not wanting your picture taken. There is something more to it than just not likeing pictures. SO, you may want to seriously think about seeing a therapist and maybe find out why you are so against them. You arent going to be able to run away from cameras your whole life so somehow you need to confront the problem. Definately see a therapist. I hope you figure things out and good luck.

Answer 7

I know this sounds weird, but I stole all the good old pictures from my father and step mother that I could get my hands on. They might have new ones, in which I am definitely older and fatter, but they don't have the really nice beautiful old ones any more. This is their punishment for treating me like an auxilliary member of the family.

Answer 8

Take this with a grain of salt. I was married for 44 years. My wife and I considered ourselves to be great photographers. We have many great pictures, a lot of them have won prizes. It wasn't until a few years ago that I finally figured out that it wasn't what was in the picture, it was who.

My wife died two years ago, shortly after I figured out what was important. If I had only figured out a little sooner. You cannot predict the future. Leave something to be remembered.

Answer 9

No you're no longer overreacting, and that they might desire to comprehend your emotions. I hate my photograph being taken additionally, and all my social networks i usually basically positioned a million up, and that's it. My spouse take lots of photos, and positioned them on flickr. It annoys me for some reason. I took down all my social networks however. I basically use right here, youtube etc. No facebook or myspace =)

Answer 10

the reason your friends are making such a fuss about photographing you is because you kick up such a fuss about being photographed. If you chill out and don't say anything, just let people take photos, but refuse to pose, the joke will wear thin and people will just see you as not worth being photographed.

Answer 11

choose your company better. If you are so negatively affected by the picture taking only an insensitive lout would continue to photograph you. It's like abuse. Steer clear of them - family or not.