50 Photos Of Gigantic Things That Are Big “Nopes” For Anyone With Megalophobia (New Pics)

Fearisn’t rare—we all have things we’re scared of, whether that’s heights (hey!), spiders, open water, snakes, or, well, anything and everything. A phobia you may have heard a little less about is megalophobia, the fear of large objects like skyscrapers, yachts, planes, big animals, etc. Though someone’s fears are no joke, big things tend to be very impressive, whether we’re talking about architecture,engineering, or nature.That’s where the ‘Megalophobia’ online community comes in. Its membersshareincredible photos of gigantic objects that are definitely imposing. We’ve collected some of their newest images to share with you. Scroll down to check them out. It’s a reminder about how small human beings actually are in some contexts.Bored Pandareached out tou/Hoogs, the head moderator who runs the ‘Megalophobia’ group, and he was kind enough to answer our questions about the community and the phobia. You’ll find our interview with him below.This post may includeaffiliate links.

That’s where the ‘Megalophobia’ online community comes in. Its membersshareincredible photos of gigantic objects that are definitely imposing. We’ve collected some of their newest images to share with you. Scroll down to check them out. It’s a reminder about how small human beings actually are in some contexts.

Bored Pandareached out tou/Hoogs, the head moderator who runs the ‘Megalophobia’ group, and he was kind enough to answer our questions about the community and the phobia. You’ll find our interview with him below.

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Gigantic mountain with steep, towering peaks casting shadows on the grassy landscape below, invoking a sense of megalophobia.

The subreddit has been around for over a decade now, and we were curious why it continues to be so popular to this very day. “I feel that the sub has continued to grow over the years because it attracts both people who have an interest in unique and awe-inspiring images, and people with megalophobia,” moderator u/Hoogs explained to Bored Panda.“The latter may seem counterintuitive, since you would expect people to avoid things they fear, but think of it like a horror movie. You watch it for the thrill. It provides a unique sensation that’s a break from the mundanities of everyday life while allowing you to explore your fears in a safe environment,” he said.

“The latter may seem counterintuitive, since you would expect people to avoid things they fear, but think of it like a horror movie. You watch it for the thrill. It provides a unique sensation that’s a break from the mundanities of everyday life while allowing you to explore your fears in a safe environment,” he said.

Aerial view of colossal cliffs and vast sea, perfect for triggering megalophobia.

Massive storm cloud with bright lightning, viewed from above, evoking megalophobia against a starry night sky.

“I also suspect that even people who don’t classify themselves as having megalophobia still get that little touch of vertigo when seeing some of the sub’s content.“We were also interested in getting the moderator’s thoughts on how megalophobia might impact a person’s day-to-day life. “Megalophobia might impact a person’s daily life negatively if they are regularly exposed to things like large buildings, structures, statues, vehicles, and even geographical features like mountains and canyons,” u/Hoogs told us.

“I also suspect that even people who don’t classify themselves as having megalophobia still get that little touch of vertigo when seeing some of the sub’s content.”

We were also interested in getting the moderator’s thoughts on how megalophobia might impact a person’s day-to-day life. “Megalophobia might impact a person’s daily life negatively if they are regularly exposed to things like large buildings, structures, statues, vehicles, and even geographical features like mountains and canyons,” u/Hoogs told us.

Milky Way galaxy towering above Stonehenge, a stunning sight for those with megalophobia.

Massive moose walking on a forest path, illustrating a fear-inducing example for those with megalophobia.

Small house dwarfed by a gigantic iceberg, highlighting megalophobia with intense scale contrast.

“It might prevent them from doing certain things they’d like, having unique experiences, or even just living their life in a world with so many things that are larger than us,” he said.“Humans are small, and I think this phobia cuts right to the heart of that fact we all know to be true.“Around a tenth of people living in the United States have specific phobias. According to the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH),around 9.1%of American adults have had specific phobias in the past year, while around 12.5% of all adults in the U.S. will experience a specific phobia at some point in their lives.Additionally, 48.1% of people with phobias had mild impairment, 30% had moderate impairment, and over a fifth (21.9%) had serious impairment. The number of people with phobias may be underreported because there is a certain stigma attached to mental disorders.

“It might prevent them from doing certain things they’d like, having unique experiences, or even just living their life in a world with so many things that are larger than us,” he said.

“Humans are small, and I think this phobia cuts right to the heart of that fact we all know to be true.”

Around a tenth of people living in the United States have specific phobias. According to the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH),around 9.1%of American adults have had specific phobias in the past year, while around 12.5% of all adults in the U.S. will experience a specific phobia at some point in their lives.

Additionally, 48.1% of people with phobias had mild impairment, 30% had moderate impairment, and over a fifth (21.9%) had serious impairment. The number of people with phobias may be underreported because there is a certain stigma attached to mental disorders.

Woman beside a gigantic bird, showcasing a fearsome size perfect for anyone with megalophobia.

Massive cloud formation over a long, empty road, illustrating a scene triggering megalophobia.

Grass-roofed houses with a gigantic backdrop of a towering cliff and ocean view, ideal for those without megalophobia.

As per Verywell Mind, phobias are overwhelming, irrational, andpersistentfears that lead people to avoid certain situations or objects.

Phobias are mental disorders that are classified as anxiety disorders. Generally, people with specific fears avoid the things that scare them, but they might feel anxious even thinking about the things they’re afraid of.

If you’re scared of public speaking, for example, you might start panicking just imagining having to get up in front of a large crowd for an important speech. Or you might cringe at the mere thought of holding a spider if arachnids scare you.

Underwater view of a gigantic crocodile near a diver in a protective cage, illustrating megalo-phobia-inducing size.

Foggy view of gigantic horse head sculptures, a striking sight for those with megalophobia.

A winding road leads to massive, towering mountains—a striking view for those with megalophobia.

A variety of factors can influence whether someone will develop a phobia and what it will be, ranging from your genetics and culture to your life experiences. Your home environment has a massive impact, too.If your relatives were all terrified of dogs, it’s likely they passed on a similar fear to you, even if you may have never personally had a negative interaction with these animals.Or a family member might pass on their general sense of anxiety to you, making you feel scared of leaving home. Specific phobias often appear when you’re around 7 years old.

If your relatives were all terrified of dogs, it’s likely they passed on a similar fear to you, even if you may have never personally had a negative interaction with these animals.

Or a family member might pass on their general sense of anxiety to you, making you feel scared of leaving home. Specific phobias often appear when you’re around 7 years old.

A massive volcanic eruption dwarfs a car and motorcycle in a forest, illustrating megaphobia triggers.

Man sitting on a log next to a gigantic harpy eagle in a forest setting, ideal for those interested in megalo-related images.

A gigantic castle looms over a quaint village street, creating a dramatic scene for those with megalophobia.

Someone who is in a situation or around an object that irrationally scares them might feel dizzy, nauseous, breathless, and may have a distorted sense of reality. In some cases, they might have a full-on panic attack.Specific phobias are grouped into five main categories: animal, natural environment, situational, blood-injected-injury, and ‘other’ types.

Specific phobias are grouped into five main categories: animal, natural environment, situational, blood-injected-injury, and ‘other’ types.

People walking among gigantic trees in a snowy forest, a striking sight for those with megalophobia.

Massive statue of a family, with people walking up the steps, showcasing megaphobia-inducing proportions.

A vast underground cave system with multiple openings, a large boulder, and sunlight streaming through an arched entrance.

Some of the most common phobias, according to NIMH, include the fear of closed-in places, heights, escalators, tunnels, highway driving, water, flying, dogs, animals, insects, thunder, public transportation, injuries involving blood, and dental and medical procedures. If you’re reading this, it’s likely that you or a loved one may be at least partly scared of one or more of these things.

A person walking among gigantic baobab trees on a misty path, illustrating a scene of megalophobia.

Gigantic cathedral in a snowstorm, towering over small figures below, illustrating megalophobia.

Lighthouse perched on towering sea stack surrounded by waves, a striking sight for anyone with megalophobia.

Beating your fears probably won’t happen overnight. It can take weeks, months, or even years of dedicated and focused effort to reframe how you see the world.One approach to reducing the severity of your fears is using self-exposure to gradually desensitize yourself. When you spend time around an object or situation that makes you uncomfortable, you adapt and get used to it. Eventually, you realize that you’re not in any danger.

Beating your fears probably won’t happen overnight. It can take weeks, months, or even years of dedicated and focused effort to reframe how you see the world.

One approach to reducing the severity of your fears is using self-exposure to gradually desensitize yourself. When you spend time around an object or situation that makes you uncomfortable, you adapt and get used to it. Eventually, you realize that you’re not in any danger.

Gigantic underground structure with towering columns, illustrating a megastructure that might trigger megalophobia.

Gigantic Saturn hovering over city skyline and landscape, highlighting megalophobia triggers.

Gigantic boat lift towering over canal and landscape, highlighting megaphobia-inducing scale.

In more serious cases, you may need long-term counseling, psychotherapy, or cognitive behavioral therapy.Therapy can be incredibly helpful here, but you have to understand that counselors aren’t wizards; they can’t wave a magic wand and make all of your problems disappear. They’ll guide and support you, but you have to be prepared for a lot of (unpleasant, uncomfortable) emotional heavy lifting.

In more serious cases, you may need long-term counseling, psychotherapy, or cognitive behavioral therapy.

Therapy can be incredibly helpful here, but you have to understand that counselors aren’t wizards; they can’t wave a magic wand and make all of your problems disappear. They’ll guide and support you, but you have to be prepared for a lot of (unpleasant, uncomfortable) emotional heavy lifting.

Person handling a gigantic bird claw with gloved hands, showcasing a large talon, suitable for those interested in megalo-things.

Tweet about galaxies, showcasing a vast cosmic field filled with countless bright, distant galaxies.

Gigantic stone statue resembling a giant, surrounded by lush greenery, reflecting on a calm water surface.

Long story short, reposts are frowned upon. You shouldn’t share photos that are in the top 25 of all time or images that have been posted within the past 90 days.

Person standing next to a massive industrial bucket wheel, highlighting a fear of gigantic things for those with megalophobia.

Man standing by an enormous red door, highlighting a common fear in megalophobia.

Gigantic rock formation with intricate stairway and temple, surrounded by misty mountains. Perfect for megaphobia themes.

Which of these photos impressed you the most, dear Pandas? Were there any that genuinely seemed foreboding? What are the biggest objects that you’ve personally seen with your own eyes?

Gigantic pterosaur model towering over a person, illustrating a megaphobia-inducing scale.

Nighttime aerial view of a vast cityscape nestled between mountains, illuminated by city lights, showcasing megastructures.

Workers perched atop a skyscraper spire, showcasing heights that trigger megalophobia against a vast cityscape.

Hidden beach inside a massive cave, with turquoise water and sandy shore, a breathtaking sight for those with megalophobia.

Street view towards gigantic Bay Bridge, surrounded by towering buildings, illustrating a massive urban landscape.

Person sitting on ledge of a gigantic clock tower, illustrating fear of gigantic things for those with megalophobia.

Man standing behind an enormous leaf, illustrating megalophobia triggers with gigantic foliage.

Tiny people inside a gigantic, grid-patterned chamber, exemplifying the concept of megalophobia.

Massive tornado touching down on open landscape, a striking sight for those with megalophobia.

Majestic church built into a massive cliff, showcasing an impressive architectural feat for those with megalophobia.

Visualization of the vast Laniakea Supercluster of galaxies, highlighting its complex structure in the universe.

Gigantic rock formation resembling an animal head, with the sun and moon aligned in its open mouth.

Gigantic tire with chains, worker kneels next to it. Perfect example for megalophobia enthusiasts.

Massive waterspout over the ocean under ominous dark clouds, showcasing a phenomenon that triggers megalophobia.

Staircase on a massive cooling tower, showcasing a terrifying view for those with megalophobia.

Massive horned creature exhibit captivating visitors, highlighting megalophobia triggers.

Gigantic radio telescopes towering over snowy and forested landscapes, posing a “nope” for those with megalophobia.

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Rows of air conditioners on a massive building, a sight that could trigger megalophobia.

Children standing at the base of a gigantic tree, illustrating the immense size that triggers megalophobia.

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