We always hear how “public speaking” is our #1 fear.  But, a new survey of 2,000 Americans found less than 1 in 5 of us is actually scared of it.  And, six other fears ranked higher.  Here are the ten most-common fears, according to the survey . . .

1.  Snakes.  51% of us are afraid of them to some degree.

2.  Heights, 38%. (that’s Kevin)

3.  The dentist, 23%.

4.  Confined spaces, a.k.a. claustrophobia, 21%. (Jim’s)

5.  Needles, also 21%.

6.  Clowns, 18%.

7.  Public speaking, 17%.

8.  The dark, 15%.

9.  Flying, 14%. (one of Deb’s but not her top fear)

10.  Birds, 5%. 

Interesting to note — Deb’s #1 is the fear of spiders. That didn’t even make the top 10!