Phobias are difficult to overcome, but you Can beat it!
I had a phobia of needles, from childhood trauma. I deliberately took a job in a plant that Made needles. It was hard initially, and I still don't like needles; but the phobia is gone now.
Find a local bee keeper, and Wearing one of his SUITS; help him work his hives. The suit will protect you, and that will allow you to work directly on your phobia! It is a fascinating hobby, and the bees have an interesting World you can look in upon.
Good luck, and irises are stunning flowers!
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I thank you for the encouragement. I never would have guessed that those events that traumatized me as a child would still be with me causing anxiety 30 years later. 😓
Wow, working with needles was a huge step for you. Hearing that your phobia is gone is very hopeful.
It’s funny that you suggested this bee keeper idea. I just told my family this month that I was ordering a bee suit. Not to go visit a hive but to actually garden in. I figured I’d be safe from them and can enjoy my garden more. Then as I kept thinking about it I realized I would still be imprisoned by this fear and it’s better to just face it. I’m not sure I’d be brave enough to visit a bee keeper but thanks again for the suggestion. 🙂
Yes they are stunning! I had no idea about these flowers until now and I’m looking forward to continuing caring for them ~
I love irises too, you should also try a stargazer lily. They are stunning.
Working inside a hive is cathardic, and a newly opened hive smells wonderful!
I have found that bees will leave me alone when I ignore them. A honeybee dies when they sting, so they use that only in defense.
Stay safe! And keep raising those beautiful flowers.
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