I enjoy being barefoot so much but I have a very unnatural fear of being barefoot around other people the other day my brother was coming up the stairs to our room and my heart was beating I had to quickly put my socks back on . What do I do whenever theres no one in the room I take my socks off but I'm always in a panic incase someone sees.
I don't have ugly feet/foot problems etc
Help me how do I get rid of this fear!!!
2007-02-22 11:03:39 · 6 answers · asked by uber a 1 in Social Science ➔ Psychology
I have a similar situation. When I was little, before I can remember, I supposedly went barefoot all the time. Then something happened which is a story in itself. As a result, I could not go barefoot around others but by myself, I would get very excited. I would go barefoot alone until I eventually was able to just live that way.......in my barefeet. But I still have difficulty if others are around. Some people are ok, especially attractive women. I got to doing that by just forcing myself to go out of my apartment and walk by others while I was barefoot. I'd be glad to talk to you more about this since I have a very similar condition. I'm barefoot as I write this (and have been all evening). Yet I'm thinking of going out to get my mail and I have to muster of a little bit of nerve. Ordering a pizza and having it delivered would be very difficult. But after the fact, it would not be so bad.
2007-02-22 16:10:00 · answer #1 · answered by Barefootguy 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There are literally hundreds of named phobia's that people have for all types of things. You're not alone in having a phobia. You already know that there is no valid reason for being afraid of being barefoot. The website I list below is for people who love to go around barefoot for the freedom and comfort of it or for the many health benefits. Try joining this group and slowly work through your fear. There are many people who would give their support and advice at this site. I think with a little work and encouragement you can overcome this. Good luck.
2007-02-23 07:03:11 · answer #2 · answered by Peter F 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just imagine that everyone is barefoot. if you keep doing it, youll get used to it and finally forget the phobia. GOod luck. You shouldnt be scared because you said your feet isnt dirty. Can you choose me as best answer?
2007-02-22 19:07:00 · answer #3 · answered by GaMeBoY 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Actually, this fear can prevent you from getting athletes foot or worse some day.
A lot of people are self conscious about their feet. Let's face it...feet are not pretty. The best thing to do is to just force yourself to get over it or wear sock or sandals.
2007-02-22 19:07:26 · answer #4 · answered by lilly 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Get some stilettos.
2007-02-22 19:17:00 · answer #5 · answered by Croa 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have Hobbit feet.
2007-02-22 19:14:34 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋