Conquer thy Fears

In the previous blog post, I bragged about a new talent that I have acquired this year. That is, to mix alcoholic drinks. But aside from this, I am also proud to say that I have conquered two of my biggest fears in the last few months: driving alone and needles.

Let's talk about needles.

Obviously, I don't like needles. When I was younger, I hated injections. There was even a time when I gave my parents and my doctor a hard time when I hid under the latter's desk to prevent her from administering my flu shot. I remember that it took 3 men to bring me out of my hiding place. Oh and I was already 12 years old then. Kakahiya no? Haha.

It was because of this fear of needles that I never went to the derma. Unfortunately, last July, I experienced a major skin breakout that required immediate attention. So, hello to my first ever facial. I was literally shaking when I saw the technician holding the injection. But it was actually a good experience.

It is because of this fear of needles that I always, always take care of myself. I make sure that I don't get admitted to the hospital out of fear of the dextrose. Aside from this, I also hate blood tests. I got one two years ago and I almost fainted. But then again, because of my favorite sin, vanity, I had to undergo another experience whereby needles are involved. Yes, I got injected four times because of this. Although painful, I can say that my fear of needles has actually diminished.

What about driving alone?

My dad taught me how to drive when I was 18. I followed it up with driving lessons with a1 two years ago. But I never learned. You see, I learn best when I study something by myself. Unfortunately, I have a fear of driving alone.... And cars that make use of manual transmission. So yes, I never learned.

A month ago, my sis left her car at my dorm and asked me to bring it to the place where we were supposed to meet. I know that I have the basic driving skills but I just don't know how to use the clutch. Since her car is automatic, I braved the streets of Alabang, driving alone. It was indeed a fulfilling experience. Hahaha.

Unfortunately, I have yet to conquer another fear, that is, my fear of stoves and that also prevents me from learning how to cook. In 2013, maybe?

 Ten months ago, I posted on my Tumblr page that one of my goals for 2012 is to learn how to mix drinks and I am proud to say that I have accomplished this!