We always hear how “public speaking” is our #1 fear. But, a new survey of 2,000 Americans found less than 1 in 5 of us is actually scared of it. And, six other fears ranked higher. Here are the ten most-common fears, according to the survey . . .
1. Snakes. 51% of us are afraid of them to some degree.
2. Heights, 38%. (that’s Kevin)
3. The dentist, 23%.
4. Confined spaces, a.k.a. claustrophobia, 21%. (Jim’s)
5. Needles, also 21%.
6. Clowns, 18%.
7. Public speaking, 17%.
8. The dark, 15%.
9. Flying, 14%. (one of Deb’s but not her top fear)
10. Birds, 5%.
Interesting to note — Deb’s #1 is the fear of spiders. That didn’t even make the top 10!
