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91 Images That Capture The Sheer Terror Of Things Being Way Too Big (New Pics)
If something exists, there’s probably someone out there who’s scared of it. Ever heard of trypophobia? This is when someone feels disgust or fear when they see patterns with lots of holes. And what about arachibutyrophobia? The word itself is a mouthful, which is actually quite fitting, as this is the fear of having peanut butter stuck to the roof of your mouth.
If those are your biggest fears, you’ll probably be fine with this list, pandas. But if you’re terrified of huge objects, you might want to avert your eyes. We took a trip to the Megalophobia subreddit and gathered some of their most unsettling photos below. So good luck getting through these pics of extremely large things, and be sure to upvote the ones that send a shiver down your spine!
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#1
Sequoia National Park In California
Peter Bear 15 hours ago
I've been there, and it was the most numinous experience of my life. The trees are so big that you lose all sense of perspective and realize how small humans actually are.
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#2
Angel Oak, The Oldest Tree East Of The Mississippi
#3
An Iceberg Passing Near A House In Greenland
If this is your first time being introduced to megalophobia, we’ll walk you through exactly what it is. Verywell Mind explains that it’s the “fear of large objects and can cause intense fear and anxiety.” Some common triggers include airplanes, blimps, large buildings, buses, construction equipment, elephants, enormous trees, hills and mountains, bodies of water, ships, sculptures, trains, and whales.
When this phobia is triggered, the symptoms often include dizziness or lightheadedness, increased heart rate, nausea, shortness of breath, and a strong urge to flee the situation. People with megalophobia will also often avoid situations where they might be faced with extremely large objects.
#4
Veryovkina Cave Is 1/3 The Height Of Everest Downwards
#5
150 Ft Iceberg Floating By A Small Town In Newfoundland, Canada. Give Me The Heebie
#6
🐋 Blue Whale. Photo By @d_fordesign
Son of Philosoraptor 7 hours ago
Seen them in the wild in Monterey. One was twice the length of the whale watching ship! Brain can't wrap itself around it at first.
There’s no one way to pinpoint exactly where this phobia comes from, but sometimes it occurs when normal fears become exaggerated. For example, many people feel uncomfortable around large objects. But once this fear spirals out of control and starts causing anxiety, that’s when it becomes a problem.
Megalophobia might also be triggered when a person sees something that is much larger than the size it’s supposed to be. This might include a sculpture of a person from history that’s ten times the size of the real person or a statue of an animal that’s much larger than the real creature. Media and legends can contribute to this phobia as well, as stories can lead us to believe that certain objects are much more dangerous than they actually are in real life.
#7
Off The Nā Pali Coast On Kauaʻi, Hawaii
#8
Antarctica Seen From Space
#9
Standing On The Edge Of A Giant Spillway. This Is A No From Me
As for treatment that can be used to manage megalophobia, Verywell Mind notes that cognitive behavioral therapy and exposure therapies are the most likely to be effective. Cognitive behavioral therapy can help a person shift their perspective and develop better coping skills to deal with triggers. Meanwhile, exposure therapy can help a person understand over time that their triggers won’t actually hurt them and that there’s really nothing to be afraid of.
#10
Infinite Lavender Field In Valensole, South Of France
#11
You're At The Beach And Out Of Nowhere A Massive Submarine Get Out Of The Water
#12
Underwater Waterfall, Mauritius
It’s difficult to say exactly how common this specific phobia is, but the Cleveland Clinic reports that approximately 7-10% of the population has a specific phobia. So it’s likely that only a very small percentage of the total population struggles with megalophobia.
If you’re wondering if you might meet the criteria for megalophobia, a mental health professional can diagnose you if you meet at least four criteria. These include an intense and unreasonable fear, anticipatory anxiety, avoidance, and the phobia interfering with your day-to-day activities.
#13
Ocean-Like Clouds
#14
This Was The Only Image I Found To Represent It
#15
Do Clouds Give You That Feeling?
While not everyone will be able to cure their megalophobia completely, the Cleveland Clinic does recommend some lifestyle changes that might help you manage symptoms. First, make sure you’re getting enough sleep and exercise. It’s also wise to see a therapist regularly and practice mindfulness.
You may also want to practice relaxation techniques, such as breathing exercises and yoga. Meanwhile, reach out to loved ones for support, and consider joining a support group for those who struggle with specific phobias.
#16
Human Compared To The Pyramid Of Giza
#17
A Big Hairy Unicorn That Existed As Early As 29,000 Years Ago
#18
Didn't Know The Coast Of England Is That Massive And Impressive
When it comes to having specific phobias in general, the Mayo Clinic notes that many people develop them after having a bad experience. Perhaps you almost drowned as a child, and now you have a fear of deep water.
But there may also be a link between specific phobias and the anxiety of your parents. These could be caused by a mix of genetics and learned behaviors. And finally, it might come down to your brain chemistry. Phobias trigger certain parts of the brain, so people who don’t have them might simply not have the same brain structure as others.
#19
Jadayupara, The Largest Avian Sculpture In The World
#20
In 1957, The Remains Of 9 Neanderthals Were Found In The Shanidar Cave In Iraq. This Was Their Home 65,000 Years Ago
#21
Varanasi, India During A Major Festival Night
If the photos on this list aren’t making you feel any sense of dread, you might be wondering why in the world megalophobia is such a big deal. But the truth is that phobias can take a serious toll on people’s lives. They can cause social isolation, mood disorders, substance misuse, self-harm, and put a strain on relationships with loved ones. It’s not easy to live with a phobia, regardless of how irrational it may seem. It’s best to get them in check, so you can live life to the fullest.
#22
Olympus Mons - The Tallest Mountain In The Solar System
Glen Ellyn 12 hours ago
It's a large shield volcano on Mars. As measured by the Mars Orbiter Laser Altimeter (MOLA), it is 21.287 kilometres (69,840 ft) high, about 2.5 times the elevation of Mount Everest above sea level. It last erupted 25 million years ago. It is Mars's tallest volcano, its tallest planetary mountain, and is approximately tied with Rheasilvia on Vesta as the tallest mountain currently discovered in the Solar System. (Vesta is one of the largest objects in the asteroid belt.)
#23
The Naga Cave In Thailand Looks Like A Giant Petrified Snake
#24
Does This Count?
Has this list unlocked a new fear in you, pandas? We sincerely hope that you’re not too freaked out by these photos, but if you are, continuing to scroll might be great exposure therapy. Keep upvoting the pics that leave you feeling disturbed, and let us know in the comments below what your biggest phobia is. Then, if you’re interested in seeing even more pics that could trigger megalophobia, check out this article next!
#25
Always Forget How Massive These Supercarriers That America Builds Actually Are
#26
The Coast Of Namibia
#27
Biggest Ship Elevator In The World, The Three Gorges Dam Shiplift
#28
At 74.5 Meters (244 Ft), Hallgrímskirkja Is The Largest Church In Iceland And One Of The Tallest Structures In The Country
#29
Massive Building Looks Small Next To Massive Tower
Glen Ellyn 12 hours ago
CN Tower in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. "CN" refers to Canadian National, the railway company that built the tower.
#30
The Enormous 18th-Century Flags Of The French Ship Généreux And The Spanish Ship San Ildefonso, Pictured With People For Scale
#31
Cave Of The Crystal's Mexico
#32
Mount Taranaki
#33
Giant Cranes Being Delivered To Liverpool Docks
#35
Tallest Statue In Africa
General Anaesthesia 11 hours ago
"This is the African Renaissance Monument, a massive bronze statue located in Dakar, Senegal. Standing 52 meters (approx. 170 feet) tall, it is taller than the Statue of Liberty ( 151 feet, 46 meters) and is the tallest statue in Africa. The monument features a man, woman, and child pointing toward the Atlantic Ocean, symbolizing African pride, resilience, and a future beyond colonial struggle. It was inaugurated in 2010 to mark 50 years of Senegal's independence from France."
#36
I Shot Amanar Rising Over Our Dune Camp In The Sahara, Surrounded By Dunes As Far As The Eye Can See
#37
Tree Tunnel In Amsterdam
#38
A380 Flying Pass The Moon And The True Size Of It
#39
A Shot Of Burning Man That Looks Like A Solar System
#40
The Largest Submarines Ever Built
Typhoon-Class Soviet Nuclear-Powered Ballistic Missile Subs Displaced 48,000 Tonnes Submerged, Stretched 175m Long, Had Two Reactors, Triple Hulls, And Were Designed To Survive Under Arctic Ice With Unprecedented Crew Comfort
#41
Petra, Jordan Temple Compared To Average-Height Human Beings!
NightOwlPanda 12 hours ago
“Across the desert and through the mountain to the Canyon of the Crescent Moon, to the Temple where the cup that holds the blood of Jesus Christ resides forever.”
#42
The Size Of These Anchor Chains Is Definitely Unsettling
#43
Leeza Soho Tower While Under Construction
#44
It’s Not What You Think It Is
#45
672 Ton Church Being Moved Across Kiruna, Sweden Right Now
#46
A Man Standing In The Lumberyard Of Seattle Cedar Lumber Manufacturing, 1939
#47
1936 Concept Of Making The Eiffel Tower Accesible By Car
#48
The Typhoon Is A Class Of Nuclear-Powered Ballistic Missile Submarines Built By The Soviet Union, With A Submerged Displacement Of 48,000 Tones
NightOwlPanda 12 hours ago
Soviet-era Akula (or Typhoon-class) submarine. This is the same class of sub as seen in the beach photo elsewhere on this page.
#49
The Rarely Seen Back Of The Hoover Dam Before It Was Filled With Water, 1936
NightOwlPanda 12 hours ago
We're going to start seeing more of it as climate change wreaks increasing havoc in the Desert Southwest of the US.
#50
Elephant Rock In Iceland
Hax Deschain 15 hours ago
the elephant rock is a massive structure on the coast at iceland, no isolated island, there are so much ki fake photos in this pic dump site, that is poor....
#51
The Ancient Theatre Of Delphi, Greece
#52
The "Swim Call" Is A Tradition In The U.S. Navy - While The Ship Is Deployed, Sailors Can Swim On The High Seas Next To The Looming Ship
#53
Man Made Mountain In Germany Because Of Mining
T'Mar of Vulcan 8 hours ago
In South Africa those types are called "mine dumps". They're slowly being gotten rid of (for one, gold can still be extracted using technology they didn't have when the dumps were created) and it's kinda sad. When they tore down Top Star (a drive-in movie theatre on the literal top of a mine dump near the outskirts of Johannesburg) I was very sad indeed!
#54
Stone Mountain, A Giant Granite Monolith Near Atlanta, Georgia Is About 514 Meters Above Sea Level
NightOwlPanda 12 hours ago
And it has been defaced by white supremacist imagery. Nothing a couple of shoulder-mounted Stinger missiles couldn't take care of, though.
#55
The Head Of The Statue Of Liberty
#56
This Picture Of The Empire State Building The Year It Was Built (1930)
NightOwlPanda 11 hours ago
To quote a New Yorker cartoon about the new building, "Really gives the impression of size, doesn't it?"
#57
A Large Tunneling System Exists Deep Underneath New York City:
#58
The Sheer Size Of Tokyo
#59
This Ore Train Makes Me Feel Uneasy
#60
Sinking Of The Costa Concordia
#61
Lion's Head Rock In Japan
#62
Sayano-Shushenskaya Dam Power Station Accident In Russia
#63
Completion Of The Main Cavern Dome Section Of The Hyper-Kamiokande Experiment
David Paterson 12 hours ago
The inside of the SuperKamiokande neutrino detector with it's bank after bank of gold photomultiplier tubes is even more impressive.
#64
On February 7, 1984, Astronaut Bruce Mccandless Ventured Out Into Space And Away From Shuttle Challenger Using Only A Nitrogen Propelled Backpack — The First Person In History To Do So
#65
How Big A Megalodon Would Have Been
#67
The Quetzalcoatlus, The Largest Known Flying Animal That Ever Existed
#68
Imagine Seeing This While You Are Surfing😱
#69
St.mary's Cathedral, Tokyo Japan
#70
Something About Mount Mckinley Makes Me Feel Even More Uneasy Than Mount Everest
#73
This Photo Of Tokyo Looks Like Giants On The Horizon
NightOwlPanda 12 hours ago
As much as it might look like the venerable ancestors keeping watch over their city, the photographer, username zerosuitsamussy at Reddit, wrote: "I took this from Shibuya sky, through a glass pane. Didn't realize the shadow of the crowd was on the glass...." The photo was originally posted to r/mildlyinteresting before being posted to r/megalophobia, where the BP post comes from.
#74
The Day That A Ship Flew
#75
A Mosquito Flying Over Camera Lens
#76
The Former Elmhurst Quarry -Turned Flood Control Area In Chicago
#77
Hoover Dam Overflow Tunnel, Arizona Side
#78
Tsar Nicholas Bathtub
Glen Ellyn 11 hours ago
Which one? Nicholas I or Nicholas II? I suppose it doesn't really matter, does it?
#80
Nuclear Defense Pyramid Exploration
#83
Northrop Grumman’s Massive New Underwater Drone
#84
Billionaire’s Row Up Close
Glen Ellyn 11 hours ago
It's in New York City, near Central Park. I believe there's one tower that sits mostly empty because of major construction problems.
#85
Water Reservoir In Budapest Hungary
#86
Interstellar’s Black Hole Took Over 100 Hours To Render
#87
Wwii German Battleship Capsized
Norm Gilmore 14 hours ago (edited)
WWI. From a Google search - This image shows the salvaged German battleship SMS Prinzregent Luitpold being towed upside down towards Rosyth, Scotland, for scrapping in May 1933.The vessel was originally scuttled by its own crew at Scapa Flow in June 1919 following World War I.
#88
Largest Hotel In The World Under Construction In Sa
#89
This Is What 111 Football Pitches Look Like
Luke || Kira (he/she) 8 hours ago
I like to imagine that one day, some different civilization will fly over those, as baffled as us after seeing the Nazca petroglyphs
#90
2nd Largest Blackhole In The Universe If Viewed At The Distance Of The Closest Star System
David Paterson 11 hours ago
Except it, well, lots of problems with this image. Wrong colour, shape, transience, etc. In a nutshell, it wouldn't even remotely resemble this.
#91
Imagine This Monster Coming Towards You At 100mph
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