How to Get over the Fear of Flying?
- 5 years ago
Even for all the globetrotters hopping in an aircraft that's about to scale 35,000 feet can be a bit, well stressful, to say the least. And if the notion of flying makes you afraid, rest assured you are not the only one. As is the case with phobias, not every mentioned approach here will be a cure-all, what may work as a wonder for one could be nothing for another. It's important to treat the phobia conquest as a process, and it will have its ups and downs, just like an airplane.
1. Demystify turbulence: Turbulence may seem alarming but like birds, planes are built for it.
2. Get those Upgrades: Feeling physical comfort makes achieving emotional comfort easier.
3. Learn about the built-in safety features: Become familiar with the carefully designed plane to withstand emergencies.
4. Attend a fear of flying clinic: The demystification of the airplane and behind the scenes visit are bound to help.
5. Aisle, middle or window? Figure out which seat makes you most comfortable.
6. Use logic: Statistics and facts from airline professional can help to overcome the fear and be rational.
7. Do it anyway: As with any fear, facing your anxieties head-on will give you wings. So just do it!
1. Demystify turbulence: Turbulence may seem alarming but like birds, planes are built for it.
2. Get those Upgrades: Feeling physical comfort makes achieving emotional comfort easier.
3. Learn about the built-in safety features: Become familiar with the carefully designed plane to withstand emergencies.
4. Attend a fear of flying clinic: The demystification of the airplane and behind the scenes visit are bound to help.
5. Aisle, middle or window? Figure out which seat makes you most comfortable.
6. Use logic: Statistics and facts from airline professional can help to overcome the fear and be rational.
7. Do it anyway: As with any fear, facing your anxieties head-on will give you wings. So just do it!