Is it normal to be scared of dying?
Yes, being scared of dying is a very human and common fear. It can come and go, especially during stressful times or after a loss.
Yes. Death is a big, unknowable thing, so it makes sense that your mind might get uneasy about it. Lots of people feel this way, even if they don’t bring it up in conversation.
The fear can get louder during stressful periods, after a loss, or when you’re dealing with health worries. It may also come and go without any obvious reason; you don’t have to solve the mystery of death to be okay with having the thought.
If the fear is taking over your days, causing frequent panic, or keeping you from doing things you care about, talking it through with someone you trust or a therapist can help. That doesn’t mean your fear is weird—it just means you deserve some relief from it.