What Are the Things That Make Your Palms Sweat?

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HealthAndHappiness

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Rollercoasters, for sure... heck, I can't even go sledding down a hill without applying foot-brakes all the way, snow flying everywhere, LOL! :ROFL:
Heights are ok, as long as I don't have to jump. Could not do parachuting. Kudos to you, Susanna! o_O
I also, get "stage anxiety" if alone ie. speaking, singing, piano solos, but as soon as there is someone else, that all suddenly vanishes...go figure. :rolleyes:
Hi Shaloma,

Don't worry, we won't ask you to make a speech......yet. 😉
 
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Hey Everyone,

For the good or for the bad, whether silly or serious, what are some things make your palms sweat with either anticipation, or anxiety?

* For example -- How do you feel about heights?

THIS gets my heart racing (in a very good way!)



I LOVE roller coasters and pictures like this get my engines running! I love the incredible speeds, the rushing of the wind, the loops and turns -- and I don't seem to mind heights if I'm strapped into a giant coaster. I figure, if God's going to call me home on that ride, it's going to be in a big way! (But hopefully He'll spare everyone else on the train.)

HOWEVER, things like this -- make my palms sweat!! -- and leaves my knees knocking in fear:



I do NOT like the idea of "open" heights with no railings, boundaries, or restrictions, and scenes like this drive me crazy. I just want to snatch the person back from the edge and put up all kinds of barriers so that people can't do this!

And when I hear stories of people falling of ledges like this, I physically curl up in reaction.

* Some other things that make my palms sweat and my skin crawl:



I don't care how cute the shoes are, I can't stand anything that goes between my toes! And just the thought of having to wear something like this makes me flinch (I wish I could, as I have to pass on a lot of really neat options.)

* And just the sight of certain fabrics and styles make me squirm, because I do NOT like rough textures or anything around my neck. Turtlenecks look GREAT on other people and I'm sure they can be cozy, but the thought of me wearing one makes me feel like I'm being choked:




What about you?

* What things make your pulse race with excitement -- or repulsion?

* What are the foods, textures, sounds, etc. that come to mind?

* What about situations like flying, small spaces, being alone in the dark, or in a large crowd?

I'm really interested in hearing about things that automatically cause you to have a reaction -- and the story behind why.
My palms don't sweat, but they metaphorically sweat when something I've been wanting for a long time goes on sale but it's still more than I think it should cost and more than I want to spend, but it's on sale and I might never be able to buy it again if it sells out....
 

Noel25

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I don't like bugs! The ones that scare me the most are moths and grasshoppers. Which is funny because they don't hurt humans. But I can't stand them.
I also don't like speaking in front of a group of people. I have social anxiety.
 
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My palms don't sweat, but they metaphorically sweat when something I've been wanting for a long time goes on sale but it's still more than I think it should cost and more than I want to spend, but it's on sale and I might never be able to buy it again if it sells out....
I can't believe it. This just happened. It's something I've been wanting for 30 years. A seller on ebay just made me an offer of 15% off and ebay's having a 20% off labor day coupon. But I just bought something which was also a rare deal and don't want to spend anymore money. But this is probably a once in a lifetime deal. And they only have 3 left in stock. The other thing I bought was also something I've wanted for 30 years. They actually go together as a set.
 

seoulsearch

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I can't believe it. This just happened. It's something I've been wanting for 30 years. A seller on ebay just made me an offer of 15% off and ebay's having a 20% off labor day coupon. But I just bought something which was also a rare deal and don't want to spend anymore money. But this is probably a once in a lifetime deal. And they only have 3 left in stock. The other thing I bought was also something I've wanted for 30 years. They actually go together as a set.
I really hope you get it Zero! :love:

I'd love to hear what it is if you'd be willing to share.

Let us know how it goes! (y)
 
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I really hope you get it Zero! :love:

I'd love to hear what it is if you'd be willing to share.

Let us know how it goes! (y)
I'm a bit embarrassed to say what they are. They're just 10" and 8" drums for my drumset. About 2 weeks ago I came across a 10" that was from the same vintage era, series, brand and color as my drums and in like new condition. They're so rare I think I saw only 2 others in the last few years and they were always at least $150 + shipping. This one was only $60. I thought it might be a scam but the seller had a very good rating and long history. It turned out to be perfect. The 8" one I got the offer for is brand new, not from the same era but it's the same brand, series and color and the offer is from Sweetwater, the largest and most trusted online music instrument dealer.
 
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I really hope you get it Zero! :love:

I'd love to hear what it is if you'd be willing to share.

Let us know how it goes! (y)
Oh well it turns out the labor day coupon code worth 20% won't work with my offer, so I'm going to pass.
 

Lynx

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I'm a bit embarrassed to say what they are. They're just 10" and 8" drums for my drumset. About 2 weeks ago I came across a 10" that was from the same vintage era, series, brand and color as my drums and in like new condition. They're so rare I think I saw only 2 others in the last few years and they were always at least $150 + shipping. This one was only $60. I thought it might be a scam but the seller had a very good rating and long history. It turned out to be perfect. The 8" one I got the offer for is brand new, not from the same era but it's the same brand, series and color and the offer is from Sweetwater, the largest and most trusted online music instrument dealer.
Sweeeeeeeet... water! Love those guys.

Can you technically afford it? You said you don't really want to spend the money right now, but can you stretch and get it anyway?
 
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Its ok, it would have only been about a $45 discount all in all.
Sweeeeeeeet... water! Love those guys.

Can you technically afford it? You said you don't really want to spend the money right now, but can you stretch and get it anyway?
I could afford it at regular price, but I only would have bought it if I could use that coupon. I don't need it that badly since I already have a beat-up old 8inch drum I bought 30 years ago that just looks out of place on my set. Thanks for asking.