ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Fear of wasps

Okay kiddo, let's talk about the fear of wasps. You know what a wasp is, right? It's a little bug with wings and a pointy thing on its butt that it can use to sting you. And that's why some people are scared of wasps - because they don't want to get stung.

The thing is, when we get scared of something, it's because our brains are trying to protect us. It's like when you see something that looks really dangerous, like a big dog or a scary spider, and your heart starts racing and you feel like you want to run away. That's your brain telling your body to get ready for danger.

But sometimes our brains get a little too scared, and we start feeling really anxious and jumpy even when there's no real danger around. That's what happens to some people when they see a wasp - their brains go into overdrive and start telling their bodies to get ready to fight or run away.

The good news is, there are lots of things you can do to help calm yourself down if you're scared of wasps. You can try taking deep breaths, imagining yourself in a peaceful place, or talking to someone you trust about your feelings. And if you ever do see a wasp and you feel scared, remember that most of the time they won't bother you if you don't bother them. Just stay calm and give them plenty of space, and you'll be just fine!