Lerrie John: @ OP my younger sister used to be afraid like hell of her shadow too around that same age. Whenever Nepa took light and candles were lit she would scream n cry. We had to explain to her everybody had shadows. She kind of understood but was still afraid all the same because it followed her everywhere. So we found out ways to avoid her seeing her shadow to help her out. Like placing her back on the wall or placing the candle in a way that her shadow was behind her. Anyway, she outgrew it.....at least I hope she did cos she's 24yrs now...imagine if she's still scared...hahahaha..I will ask her.

Wow 24 Thats a very very long time.