Germophobic

The first thing you'd know when you first meet me is that...I'm a germophobe. 
Yup, that's me.

I wasn't always this way though...I used to love the dirt. I used to play in the soil as a kid and would be really messy and disgusting. But something happened that changed all of that...I became allergic to dust. And over-time, I stayed away from germs too...especially after I found out how dangerous they could be.

Not many people get this.
And so, I constantly get uncomfortable when people at public places sneeze without covering their mouths. Like c'mon, guys, Basic hygiene!
I guess some people's main life ambition is to start an epidemic. 

Not even joking...there have been so many cases of deaths caused by easily preventable diseases had people been more informed about proper sanitation. Really...go check it out for yourself.

Sometimes I really do feel like telling them. 
"Excuse me, ma'am...please cover your mouth while coughing."

But then I don't because...A) That person is most probably way older than me 
B) I'm not their parent to tell them 
C) It's basic personal hygiene which is supposed to be common sense. 
D) I rarely know the language they speak in.
(Another reason is that they may yell at me and I ain't tryna start a fight)

Life's tough for a person with germophobia. 
I even got bullied for it few weeks back, which is like...so stupid cause their "jokes" weren't even funny and I would've laughed with them if it were. (Yes, I don't mind laughing at myself but only if the said joke was actually funny). There are people out there these days with the sole intention to hurt people in order to make themselves feel good about their own insecurities. Go get counselling, ya'll! No, seriously, it does help. 


At the end of the day, I'll admit my germophobia has calmed down a bit over the years as I've been travelling by public transport everyday. But some people's actions still get on my nerves. I tend to tell myself, "I know it's gross but as soon as I get home, I'll wash my face/hands/arms. Just a little while longer, Pearl." 

And guess what? If you're gonna make fun of my germophobia....don't expect me to give you my hand sanitizer when you ask. 

What about you? Do you have mild/severe germophobia? What about your experiences with yucky people/places? Would love to hear from you in the comment section or write to me directly via the contact form at the end of this page.