DS is really scared of wasps, how to help him? when its my fault :(

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I have always been absolutely terrified of wasps, definitely phobia territory ,as long as I can remember. hysterical im not exaggerating, if they come inthe house,near me etc. my youngest seems unfazed but my eldest is definitely behaving in a very similar manner, I'm scared one day he may do something like run into the road to get away etc, I was trying to rationalise with him yesterday I.e more ppl are killed by dogs and cars yet you don't run in terror from them but he rightly pointed out, its a bit rich coming from me. There was no one who helped me, but how can I help him??? any suggestions greatly appreciated xxc

I don't blame you, they are horrid little blighters. I've managed to get to the point where I just open the windows and doors and try to coax them out of the house but I am a runner if I see them outdoors.

We had a hornets nest near our house last year, I damn near died of fright when I saw one in the dining room. I have to admit I ran away screaming that time.

I think the best way is to show that you are calm and can deal with the situation then they will also learn that behaviour.

Don't tell him more people get hurt by cars and dogs.

Although it's true, if he's scared of wasps he may layer his fear onto these too.

I remember my parents doing a similar thing with cars as an example, and it took a long time for me to stop expecting to be involved in a car accident.