Why do I startle easily?

[StormMistress]

Ok so I’m a jumper lol. It doesn’t take much at all to startle me and it’s annoying. I literally panicked and screeched when I felt my cats tail brush my leg out of no where which caused her to panic lol.

Why is my nervous system so alert? Is there a way to calm it so I don’t panic at the slightest stimuli?

[Crafteroon]

When you're at home, do you think that you are the only one moving and making noise? Would it help to sit down and think of all the things and beings that might startle you? If you acknowledge the cat before sitting down would you be less startled if it does something? Do you feel like you're on high alert most of the day?

[Sixgunsound]

Have you been attacked or do you have a trauma history in which your safety depended on being hyper-alert? Obviously I dont need details but that is usually the explanation when students in my school have the same issue.

[Sixgunsound]

Thanks for MHO

[Anonymous]

I heard there is something you can do for this but I have no idea what it is, so Google it. Good luck.

[Reddy4it]

I don’t know why…sounds like a very nervous energy…

[Reddy4it]

Thanks @StormMistress

[NathanDavis]

instinct way too strong in your genes...

maybe you can try hypnotherapy for it, it could work to "re-program" those reactions at a subconscious level

[The_Shadow_Dweller]

I also panic with my cats. They make no sound and sit anywhere. Brush past my legs, or between my legs. Makes me scream a bit every time.

[Guy13]

Why are you on such edge. It seems like something that unreversed you or creates anxiety is below the surface as a whole. What’s up?

[DryGermanGuy]

[Sparkie460]

Instead of jumping and screaming just look down to see if it's your cat or not. You must get so involved with what you are doing that you tune out everything around you until you are startled.

[ArtemisSilver]

Sounds like you hold a lot of anxiety and tension. Have you ever tried guided meditation?

[pizzalovershouse]

Cuz it is doe to un wanted stress building up

[Jouth]

You need to learn a martial art and become more badass

[Tim-loves-it]

Not at all, if any I startle other people.. and enjoy it!

[Anonymous]

Are you married or have a boyfriend? If yes, then he should be able to help you.

[YourFavoriteFriend]

Welcome to the club!

[Anonymous]

In fairness that is super creepy.

[CubaPirate]

Because you're a scaredy Cat 🙀

[Anonymous]

Some people are just naturally jumpy.