I am standing on the solid, hard floor
although it is rock-solid, I feel this terribly uncomfortable feeling inside of me
It threatens to make me lose consciousness
yes, it is asthenophobia
my very being shivers as the hair on the back of my neck stands on end
the world is spinning like it is being tossed inside a tornado
My breathing becomes abnormal...
veins in my temple begin throbbing
they turn purple and little do I know that I become very pale too
Everything around me suddenly turns yellowish and I know it has struck me once again...
I absolutely hate the feeling
one in which I have completely lost all control of my body and my subconscious mind takes over
I begin walking like a mad-man with heavy footsteps like those of a dozen elephants put together
And finally my body gives in
I lay sprawled on the floor
broken out in cold sweat
Author notes
it is about my fear of weakness/ fainting which I have. It happens quite often and I feel somewhat helpless when it does occur
Written November 1st, 2006
A contest entry
- What are you afraid of...Phobias by rainyday woman.
400 points, ended November 4, 2006, 16 entries
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Hmmm interesting fear, I don't think I've heard of it before, but it's very relatable considering I don't think anyone feels pleasant when weak or dizzy. I know that's one reason why I wont drink much, as I begin to feel the ground move and it scares me half rigid.
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thanx Gaylene!
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Well done undeed and congratulations on your silver
Gaylene
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Like a few of the other pieces in the contest yours gives the reader the feeling of being there and having those feelings. This is going to be heard to pick a winner for. Thank you for entering my contest and good luck.
Cheryl
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yes, I have that phobia too..I just do not blend in well with crowds.. Best wishes to you too!
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This is such a very well expressed piece - allowing the reader to have a better understanding of this phobia. Although I do not technically have any phobias (none diagnosed anyway), I have a severe people anxiety - which makes me get light-headed, nervous, and hot flashes; when in a large crowd unexpectedly. It is out of my control, as I can certainly understand the awkwarness when you have no control. Best wishes!
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yea. Totally bad. Thanx for the encouragement btw!
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Woah...the symptoms are bad! I liked the flow, and the whole piece is just a little too wordy and rambly....if you know what I mean, but overall, I liked the way you decribed all your feelings. It was amazing and beautifully written. I never had this phobia or any great phobias yet that I have to discover. Good luck in the contest!!
Love
Poetess99
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Thx!
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Wow! this has to be horrible, I have several phobias, so I can relate. I hate to look up the word, but still didn't find it. So I appreciate the explanation. Great write. Good luck in the contest.
Jeannie
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