Why does my girlfriend hate getting water on her?

[Billybob46]

One of her kid cousins sprayed her with a water gun and she freaked out, she also hates when someone splashes water near her at a pool, I usually end up comforting her because she gets mad and upset.

[Oliverlogan263]

Dude, that's really weird that your girlfriend gets so upset about getting water on her. I can't imagine freaking out over a little water gun prank or splashing at the pool. That seems like a really extreme reaction.

Maybe she had some bad experience with water when she was younger that she's just really sensitive about? Or is she just generally a very neat/tidy person who hates the idea of getting messed up or dirty? Either way, it's definitely an odd quirk.

The fact that she gets so mad and upset about it that you have to comfort her is kind of a red flag, to be honest. Unless there's some really good reason for it, that level of overreaction isn't cool. It could be a sign of some deeper issues or insecurities.

I'd try to talk to her about it and see if you can get to the root of why she hates water so much. Maybe there's a way to help her work through it or find coping mechanisms so she doesn't freak out every time a drop of water gets near her. But you shouldn't have to be her personal therapist for this either.

Ultimately, you gotta decide if this is something you can deal with long-term. Getting that bent out of shape over a little water seems super high-maintenance. Make sure it's not a dealbreaker for you, you know? Don't be afraid to set some boundaries if her reactions are too much.

Just try to be understanding, but also don't let her control situations or your behavior because of her quirks. Communicate, see if you can help, but also make sure you're not getting dragged down by her issues. It's a tricky balance, but you got this, man.

[hotcrossbunny]

She may have had a bad experience with water in the past or not being able to swim.
Have you asked her why she is like that?

[Billybob46]

Yeah, she claims it ruins her looks.

[hotcrossbunny]

Fair enough lol

[hotcrossbunny]

Thanks for best answer

[Anonymous]

It’s so cold! Messes up your makeup too!

[Billybob46]

She does shiver and says it ruins her looks, she's very furious when it happens.

[Anonymous]

She does not want to be exposed.

[Billybob46]

Might be on to something, she's very modest.