i was once about to fall off in a public place but then somehow managed and went off on my way. from then on iam not comfortable at too crowded places. i keep feeling afriad i might get that fiantful feeling again and i may fall down and feel embarrasing? it is kind of becoming a phobia for me . how do i get over it? is it really a very embbarasing thing to feel for?
2007-12-02 05:03:06 · 13 answers · asked by sri_july27 2 in Social Science ➔ Psychology
I used to have fainting fits when I was a child!
It was embarassing, but you do get used to it after a while!
Everyone around was always really concerned, and no-one ever laughed or found it funny!
I once fainted and fell down some stairs in church and dragged a rope barrier with me!
I came around with this red rope wrapped around me, and people came to help untangle me!
I couldn't help but laugh, much to the surprise of everyone there!
I made some comment like, "Trust me, I couldn't just faint discreetely, could I?"
With that, lots of people laughed, and joked with me, and I stopped feeling so embarassed after that!
Don't worry about it, because the worry is always far worse than the reality!
I hope this helps!
2007-12-02 05:16:12 · answer #1 · answered by Watsit 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I fainted in a crowded place once, while I was waiting for a bus. One minute I was feeling a little dizzy, then I was sitting on a chair someone had brought over from a nearby outdoor dining area. Everyone was very nice about it, they'd already called an ambulance and someone even brought over some ice to put on my head, which had apparently hit the ground quite hard when I fell. I certainly didn't feel embarrassed at the time, although I'm not the sort of person who generally enjoys that level of attention.
Anyway I don't really think it's something you need to be too worried about. It's certainly not worth avoiding crowded places over. And if you think about it, you're better off fainting in a crowd where people will help you than when you're all on your own somewhere, since it's possible to hurt yourself quite badly by falling.
Also, keep your fluids up. When I fainted it was apparently just due to dehydration. If you're healthy and drink plenty of water you're unlikely to faint in public or anywhere else.
2007-12-02 13:24:02 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I fainted in line at Subway after giving blood.
There was no time to be embarrassed. Everyone was very helpful and, of course, I had to stay there until I felt solid enough to leave.
Don't worry about it. Things like that do happen and your life goes on. They are not life defining moments.
2007-12-02 13:08:26 · answer #3 · answered by Dan H 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
i had fainted in school the other day but there's nothing to be embarassed for because it's natural and people should be mature about things like that. there;s nothing to be worried about. i hope by u not thinking about what happened in your past, it might make u feel a bit comfortable....!!
by the way... have you seen a doctor to know exactly what happened.
2007-12-02 13:08:30 · answer #4 · answered by No One Is Perfect 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it is embarrassing i have done it 2 times and one was a bad fall split my chin open their were lots of people around when i awoke i even threw-up it was bad but i haven't done it again thank god and that was some time ago so just cuz u did it one time docent mean u will do it again go out and have fun and try not to think of things like that
2007-12-02 13:14:32 · answer #5 · answered by dptvegas 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't know, I've never fainted. I have a very major fear of being unconscious and surrounded by strangers, so I understand your phobia. If I knew an answer, I'd give it to you, but I don't, sorry.
2007-12-02 13:08:12 · answer #6 · answered by Rebeckah 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
dont be embarrassed. u fainted big deal youll never see those people again and the one that save u might be a cute guy
2007-12-02 13:05:53 · answer #7 · answered by Mrs. T 3 · 3⤊ 0⤋
you should not feel embarrassed at all.
have you been to the doctor to find out your reasons for fainting? i think you should forget the fact u felt embarrassed because it is not your fault and if anyone was to laugh at that they are complete idiots.
2007-12-02 13:08:22 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
i dont think it is embarrasing, its not your fault if you faint, and people wont rememberr after time, cuz i've fainted ona school field trip before
2007-12-02 13:07:21 · answer #9 · answered by Devils Racer 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
i nevr fainted but i think it would be a personal annoyance than an embarrassment
2007-12-02 13:07:12 · answer #10 · answered by honey dipp 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋