Why i hate touching anything...iin?

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A lot of people are extremely afraid of germs, and a lot of the rest of the people are afraid of germs on a healthy level.

I have NO fear of germs (in fact, I love them!!), but I hate touching things in public because of microscopic physical body 'particles' people leave behind. Even though I can't see it with my naked eye, it seems enormous to me and is very bothersome. I hate to think I am coming in contact with anyone's skin cells, sweat, poop particles, anything! I put my sleeves over my hands when I push a shopping cart! I refuse to take products from the front row of the shelf, I dig towards the back so I can get a package that likely hasn't been touched in a long time. I really need to just buy a box of rubber gloves.

It's only people too, animals fur, shit, piss or anything else doesn't bother me in the least.

Blood from anyone or anything doesn't bother me either.

IIN? Also what would you think of a person wearing rubber gloves in public?

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  • JustDave
    11 years ago

    It's obsessive-compulsive disorder. Talk to your doctor about it. Good luck!

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    • VioletTrees
      11 years ago

      Ehh, you probably shouldn't be making a diagnosis based on this post. It SOUNDS like OCD, but there are other disorders that involve paranoia and obsessions.

      You're totally right that the OP should see a doctor, though.

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      • JustDave
        11 years ago

        So sue me.

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  • [Old Memory]
    11 years ago

    People underestimate the power of a single thought.

    It starts out with "Ew germs are everywhere" and then that thought blossoms into a network of phobias that cripple you over time.

    It's not normal. You came into this through a single thought and you'll come out of it that way.

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    • VioletTrees
      11 years ago

      That doesn't happen just from that single thought, though. There have to be other things going on, whether it's a traumatic experience or a chemical predisposition to phobias and obsessions.

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  • Shackleford96
    11 years ago

    I think more people should wear gloves in public, just not rubber ones.

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  • [Old Memory]
    11 years ago

    This reminded me of that episode of Recess when Gus goes all crazy about germs.

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    • Anime7
      11 years ago

      That was a great show.

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      • [Old Memory]
        11 years ago

        Damn right it was. May sound childish, but I want to watch it again. Might find a way to get them and watch them soon.

        Best moment of the show is when TJ blows off the rest of the gang to go that dest student-secutary guy's birthday because he was his childhood friend and promised he would go to his birthday all the time.
        The birthday boy is dressed as a sherrif, and everybody is confused as to why TJ blew them off for that kid (one of the dorks), and while they are saying "Oh my God, I can't believe he blew us off for _____", Mikey just says "I can't believe ______'s a sherrif". Everybody just stops and stares at him. Lol. One of the best childhood cartoons.

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        • Anime7
          11 years ago

          I don't think I remember that episode but i do remember how cool of a friend detweiler (or whatever TJ's last name was) was. I miss that show.

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          • [Old Memory]
            11 years ago

            I can remember so many episodes from that show. I used to watch it all the time. Lol.

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  • howaminotmyself
    11 years ago

    The people around me who wear rubber gloves in public are usually petty criminals who are forced to pick up trash as punishment.

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    • [Old Memory]
      11 years ago

      LOL

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  • Isabella80s
    11 years ago

    Sound like yu have OCD, I'm afraid. I've been there. I'm still apprehensive about touching certain things in public but the difference is I now think more rationally about it and I'm not as scared as I was. The fact is, some people aren't very hygenic - they may cough carelessly or not wash their hands much - it's not nice. But most people are hygenic and won't go spreading germs as much as you think they will. I think you're in a bit of an irrational place right now so it will be hard for you to believe this, but most germs/viruses don't last for very long on cold, hard surfaces. I really think you should take some time to think about your thought patterns about germs and please talk about it with someone you trust or with a counsellor if possible. A tip - carry round anti-bacterial hand gel with you (or wipes) as they can lessen your anxiety and be there if you feel you need them. You could try touching a few things in public then using some gel BUT leave it at least a minute until you use any gel. It's a test for yourself. Be firm but fair with yourself.

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  • bleach_baby
    11 years ago

    70 percent normal?

    This is not normal. I'm not judging, but it's far from normal.

    I think buying rubber gloves might be a good idea - you might get some funny looks, but hopefully it will reduce your level of stress and anxiety.

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  • caity202
    11 years ago

    I think it would be a bit strange to see someone wearing rubber gloves in public, but then again, I've seen stranger things.

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  • Justsomejerk
    11 years ago

    Over the course of your life you will inhale 1/3 of your body weight in other peoples skin flakes.

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    • Shackleford96
      11 years ago

      Now how could someone possibly know that is a fact?

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      • Justsomejerk
        11 years ago

        Am I the only person who makes up their own statistics?

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        • JustDave
          11 years ago

          Actually no. Have you ever listened to a Romney/Ryan speech?

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  • sajalsharma456
    11 years ago

    dont worry.. wear the gloves if you want.. (If that makes you feel comfortable) but you cant live like that.. Try to consult a a psychologist. See things arent that durty.. you arent going to get sick by touching things..

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