Why are so many people afraid of insects?
I like spiders and bugs too, very cool. I didn’t always love them though I had to overcome the fear. I think most people do not like critters that have the capacity to bite or wind up in their bed in the middle of the night (even if that is irrational thinking because that rarely happens). Only through observation and habituation can the person who fears bugs/spiders eliminate their fears. Another thing is education, and you can play a part in that. Instead of being dismissive of your friends’ fears, try and explain to them how harmless bugs/spiders are, or show them.
