Tips please-I have a phobia for escalators and how should I get over it?
By kalav56
@kalav56 (11464)
India
June 28, 2008 9:43am CST
I have a peculiar phobia for escalators. Some years back I was alright but once I tripped on my saree and fell in an escalator.Luckily it was a small shOp and immediately the escalator was stopped and to my acute embarrassment people became solicitous and offered me water . Ever since that event, whenever I go to malls I avoid the escalator and choose to climb the steps. People at home have advised me that I should get over this but every time I see it I say ' ok!next time I will do it".
I know i must get over it and go over and step boldly on it.Little children do this and I feel so foolish. Do any of you have stupid phobias like this ?
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3 responses
@ieeko89 (1054)
• Malaysia
28 Jun 08
I'm sorry to hear bout your past. Well, if i were you, i would probably would have the same phobia as you. But i think you really should get over this. Every time you step on the escalators, put your eyes on your feet. And take steps carefully. Ask your close family or friends to hold you whenever you're going to take the escalators. Do it often, and you'll be okay back. Well, it just my opinion, hopefully you'll be okay soon. Good luck!
@zer0charly (5613)
• Philippines
1 Jul 08
well, I guess you should use elevator if you don't want to use the escalator. I know how you feel, because I do have a fear also on some other things. so what I do is to take alternatives or just avoid what I fear. but you are right. you/we really need to conquer your/our fear.. but of course, little by little. hhmm.. I think, the next you will use the escalator, try to seek help to your friends. let them guide you, and let them give you a support with that.
