5. Trouble getting into Old Doorways (1800’s and before)
Obviously, humans have evolved over time. Noticeably, doorways that were constructed hundreds of years ago are designed for a shorter stature of people. Tall people must remember to duck when entering very old homes or structures, otherwise it could result in a real headache.
4. Feeling Top Heavy by Protective Railings on High Buildings / Vantage Points
For tall people, fear of heights may seem like a silly fear: you’re already peering from a high vantage point, what about heights is scary to you? Well, its probably the railings on most tall buildings / vantage points. They’re designed to come up above the waist of a normal sized person. For a tall person, they may reach the thigh area. Being top heavy, peering down 30 stories, while exposed to the wind while lacking proper protection, is very scary indeed.
3. Trouble Hearing Short People Speak
When a tall person and a short person have the distinct displeasure of walking and talking, most everything will have to be said at least twice. Reasoning here is simple: sound does not travel very quickly. Especially for people who naturally aren’t big-voiced, conversing with someone of significant height difference can be more challenging that one may thing.
2. Posture Problems from Leaning Over all the Time
Regardless of whether it’s to lean in to hear someone or not, tall folks do an awful lot of leaning over. Cooking, cleaning, ducking through small doors, etc. Because of their frequent leaning, it’s not uncommon for tall folks to develop back problems.
1. Trying to Pee in Public Urinals
There are urinals set slightly lower in all bathrooms for children and short folks. Unfortunately, there are no urinals set slightly higher for tall folks. When you unzip and realize that your stream, if left to its natural arc, will result in a mess all across the top of the urinal at which you stand, you know you’re facing tall people problems. Take a step back, aim low, and try to avoid being gawked at by curious eyes.
