[Lawtan]

Apparently, I have a strong negative trigger to surprise touching. Especially when it has force. Especially when it is on the front of my body.

...I just had my mind halfway shut down, blindly put distance between myself and the situation, couldn't speak, and broke down...because a dog I'd trust with my life jumped up on me in over-excitement. This was not a conscious decision.

Could someone please explain why?